Staff Accountant - Audit - Assurance - Waterloo

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm seeks a Staff Accountant in Assurance to deliver quality assurance services to clients. The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting, is progressing towards CPA, and has at least 1 year of auditing experience. Candidates should exhibit professionalism, strong client focus, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career development as part of a diverse team in Ontario.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Mental health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Generous time off

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an auditor.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills required.
• Dedication to teamwork and integrity in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality assurance services to clients and stakeholders.
• Communicate audit issues based on financial statements analysis.
• Document audit procedures accurately as defined by engagement objectives.

Skills

Audit issue recognition

Documentation of audit procedures

Professionalism

Strong client focus

Teamwork and leadership

Technological adaptability

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting

Progress toward CPA, CA examination

Job description

Staff Accountant - Audit - Assurance - Waterloo

Location: Waterloo

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1655811

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The opportunity

As an Assurance Staff, you will be a professional member of Assurance practice. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources for our audit professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

As an Assurance Staff you will deliver quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

Skills and attributes for success

• Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statements and communicate them to the team.
• Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the Engagement objectives, client's engagement history, and planned audit approach. Challenge procedures used in the past and attempt to enhance audit techniques.
• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client's environment.
• Maintain a strong client focus, be responsive to client requests, and develop/maintain productive working relationships with client personnel. Stay informed of current business/economic developments relevant to the client's business.
• Develop people through teamwork, integrity, and leadership. Collaborate with team members to set goals and responsibilities.
• Contribute ideas/opinions to the audit teams and listen/respond to other team members' views. Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery. Bring potential opportunities to the team's attention. Seek, develop, and present ideas to apply EY's knowledge and services.

To qualify for the role you must have

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, and/or an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Progress toward CPA, CA examination
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as an auditor
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• A strong dedication to teamwork
• Integrity within a professional environment

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

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

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