Senior Staff Accountant- Enterprise- Assurance

Iris Software; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your accounting expertise to prepare audit and tax documents while collaborating with clients and colleagues to deliver exceptional service. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a supportive environment that values inclusivity and professional growth. With a focus on fostering teamwork and innovation, you will contribute to a better working world for clients and communities alike. If you are passionate about accounting and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Defined contribution pension plan

Flexible vacation policy

Paid personal days

Learning opportunities

Supportive work environment

Coaching from colleagues

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in accounting and audit engagements.
• CPA designation and university degree required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare audit, review, and compilation files.
• Assist managers with client presentations and tax returns.

Skills

Accounting

Audit

Tax Preparation

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

University Degree

CPA, CA or CPA, CGA Designation

Tools

Taxprep

Caseware

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their ongoing strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data — and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You’ll use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities. You won’t find an assurance culture like this anywhere else, so whether you’re looking for a long-term, or are interested in progressing on to other areas, this is a great place to be.

The opportunity

As a Senior Accountant, you will be a professional member of our EY Private, Enterprise Advisory Services team. Our Enterprise practice provides specialized accounting, audit and review services (audit and review engagements, notices to reader (compilation), personal and corporate taxes) to small businesses and individuals.

Your key responsibilities

• Prepare audit, review and compilation (notice to reader) files
• Prepare personal and corporate income tax returns and other tax slips
• Assist managers with material for client presentations
• Understand accounting, audit and review concepts and apply them to client situations
• Adapt audit and review methodologies to a range of client types
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-focused environment
• Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery
• Perform any other related duties

To qualify for the role you must have

• University degree
• CPA, CA or CPA, CGA designation
• A minimum of three years of experience in accounting and in performing audit, review and compilation engagements
• Proficiency in Taxprep and Caseware
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel
• Personal initiative with strong attention to detail
• Ability to deliver in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with clients, team members and outside parties
• Flexibility for occasional travel within the Greater Montréal Area
• Flexibility to work additional hours as required
• Bilingualism in both French and English is therefore a requirement of this role

Ideally, you’ll also have

• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being.

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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