Senior Staff Accountant

Baker Tilly Canada; Town of Nanton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Canada is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join their agricultural group, offering a supportive environment for career growth. The ideal candidate will be a designated CPA with relevant experience, focused on delivering exceptional client service. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, tax returns, and working collaboratively with team members.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years public practice accounting experience is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of tax season experience.
• ASPE experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for clients.
• Assist in client accounting records and compliance returns.
• Collaborate on file planning and ensure deadlines are met.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

Designated CPA

Job description

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Baker Tilly Canada is an entrepreneurial accounting network that fosters a meaningful career and the opportunity to influence tomorrow for your clients, your profession and your community. Our professionals are encouraged to Be True to their values and ambitions, alongside our shared commitment to building great relationships, great conversations and great futures.

Baker Tilly Catalyst is currently looking for an experienced, motivated and client-driven individual to join our growing team as Senior Staff Accountant. We are seeking a candidate to assist us in providing service excellence, ensuring all aspects of our clients’ needs are met and exceeded. Our agricultural group offers an outstanding environment to continue developing your career by providing challenging and rewarding opportunities, while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Assist in preparing client accounting records, financial statements, corporate and personal income tax returns
• Draft and review financial statements
• Prepare T1's, T4s, T5s, GST and other compliance returns
• Prepare journal entries, individual and corporate tax returns
• Prepare corporate client financial statements (Audit, Review and Compilations)
• Prepare individual and corporate tax returns
• Make updates using the client’s accounting software, including posting to general ledgers, reconciling accounts and reviewing reports
• Collaborate with peers and management on file planning and completion, ensuring that time requirements are met
• Provide personal, attentive service to clients, encouraging productive working relationships
  
  
  

A successful candidate will have:

• Designated CPA
• 3-5 years prior tax season experience (minimum)
• 3-5 years public practice accounting experience (minimum)
• Experience in owner managed business
• ASPE (Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise) experience is a must
• Entrepreneurial mindset with commitment to client service and teamwork
• Strong desire and dedication to work, learn, and thrive in a fast passed, innovative, and dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Self-motivation and a strong work ethic with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
  
  
  

Baker Tilly Catalyst is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process, and for our staff, as applicable.