Senior Staff Accountant

Accountant Staffing; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected mid-size public accounting firm in Halifax is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant for a permanent role. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, enjoy a team-oriented environment, and contribute to a respectful workplace. Responsibilities include full cycle bookkeeping, tax returns, and financial analysis. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and CaseWare.

Responsibilities

• Full cycle client bookkeeping.
• Preparation of personal and corporate tax returns.
• Financial statement preparation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Proactive Approach

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CaseWare

Job description

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Our client, a respected and progressive mid-size boutique public accounting firm in Halifax, is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant. This is a permanent position best suited to someone who finds satisfaction in their day-to-day work and values consistency and stability in a team-oriented, mindful work setting.

The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package and fosters a respectful workplace where your contributions are valued and appreciated.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Full cycle client bookkeeping
• Review engagement and audit support
• Bank reconciliations
• Notice to readers
• Personal and corporate tax returns
• Financial statement preparation
• Financial analysis
• Ad hoc projects as assigned

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• Post-secondary education at the college or university level
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within a firm environment
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and CaseWare and the ability to learn new programs quickly
• Professional and attentive communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and committed work ethic
• Proactive approach and the ability to balance conflicting priorities efficiently

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Stephanie Erb, Senior Recruitment Consultant at [e-mail].

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada’s only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at www.accountantstaffing.com.

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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