Senior Staff Accountant

3 Step Recruitment, Inc.; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public accounting practice in Oakville is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant. This hybrid role involves preparing complex tax returns and applying accounting principles to various client situations. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of public practice experience and demonstrates expertise in taxation and compliance. The position offers a salary of CAD 80,000-100,000 annually and a range of benefits including flexible scheduling and comprehensive healthcare.

Benefits

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended healthcare

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' public practice experience.
• Self-starter with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex tax returns for personal, trust, and corporate clients.
• Apply accounting principles across various client situations.
• Leverage technology for service delivery improvements.

Skills

Expertise in preparing T1, T2, and T3 tax returns

Strong knowledge of ASPE and tax compliance/planning

Exceptional communication skills

Familiarity with accounting software like Xero, QuickBooks

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Education

University degree with an excellent GPA

Successful completion of the CFE

Tools

Taxprep

CaseWare

Job description

Senior Staff Accountant
Location: Hybrid - Oakville, Ontario
Job Type: Permanent/Full-time
Salary: $80,000-100,000 Annually CAD

The Senior Staff Accountant will join a vibrant public accounting practice in Oakville, with a focus on providing comprehensive client accounting services. The role requires applying accounting concepts creatively, preparing complex tax returns, and embracing technology to improve service delivery. This position is ideal for individuals with a minimum of 3 years' recent public practice experience who want to make a real impact in public accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply accounting principles to a variety of client situations.
• Prepare complex compilation (Notice to Reader) files.
• Prepare personal (T1), trust (T3), and corporate (T2) income tax returns.
• Provide comprehensive client accounting services.
• Leverage technology for continuous learning and enhanced service delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• University degree with an excellent GPA.
• Successful completion of the CFE (Common Final Examination) at minimum.
• 2-4 years of Canadian public accounting experience, focusing on private corporations, review engagements, and NTR files.
• Expertise in preparing T1, T2, and T3 tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE and tax compliance/planning.
• Familiarity with accounting software like Xero, QuickBooks, CaseWare, and Taxprep.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written), with proficiency in a second language being an asset.
• Self-starter with attention to detail, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for client interaction.

Benefits:

• Company events, dental care, disability insurance, employee assistance program, extended healthcare, flexible schedule, life insurance, on-site parking, paid time off, and vision care.

Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration

Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration

Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration

Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration

Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration

Customized rewards programs that focus on flexibility and work-life integration