Senior Staff Accountant: Tax & Compilation Expert

TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A CPA firm based in Mississauga is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join their Compilation Division. This role involves preparing tax returns, assisting with tax planning, and maintaining client files. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and a minimum of 5 years' experience in Canadian Public Accounting. Strong technical skills and the ability to manage multiple projects are essential. The firm offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Canadian Public Accounting practice.
• Strong understanding in Canadian taxation.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare personal and corporate tax returns.
• Assist with corporate and personal tax planning.
• Maintain client files in a paperless methodology.
• Research tax issues and collaborate with the team.
• Manage multiple projects and monitor budgets.
• Identify value-added services during engagements.

Skills

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Superior customer service

Ability to work independently and in a team

Drive to grow skills through ongoing research

Strong client relationship maintenance

Strong accounting background

Technical skills in CaseWare and QuickBooks

Tools

CaseWare

QuickBooks

QuickBooks Online

Tax Prep

Excel

Word

Job description

A CPA firm based in Mississauga is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join their Compilation Division. This role involves preparing tax returns, assisting with tax planning, and maintaining client files. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and a minimum of 5 years' experience in Canadian Public Accounting. Strong technical skills and the ability to manage multiple projects are essential. The firm offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth.