Senior Accountant, Audit and Assurance

Senior Accountant, Audit and Assurance Full-Time | Hybrid (Two days per week in office) Salary - $80k to $90K per annum The Opportunity We9re looking for an experienced, full-time Senior Accountant to join our Assurance Team. The role focuses mainly on assurance, compilations, and tax engagements. This role will report directly to the team9s managers and will interact regularly with all Stern Cohen partners, staff, and clients. Responsibilities Audit and review engagements, including: Preparation and completion of planning documents and financial statements Recognition of accounting issues and cooperation with the manager/partner to create solutions Preparation of compilation engagements for owner-managed businesses in various industries Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, related checklists and additional tax filings Correspondence with clients, acquiring a strong understanding of clients9 businesses and proactively responding to and anticipating clients9 needs within approved budgets and timelines Train junior staff and act as a mentor Gain an appropriate level of personal and corporate tax knowledge Maintain and develop knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and updates Contribute to firm growth and community Your Skills and Experience CPA designation Two years of senior experience in a public accounting practice Experience working with mid-market businesses, small businesses and entrepreneurial clients is preferred Dedication to client service excellence and a drive to understand the clients9 business and maintain good client relationships Excellent time management skills, including the ability to multitask, manage, and meet tight deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills Solid understanding of business professionalism and the ability to work in a team environment Proficiency and knowledge of accounting software, including Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, and Microsoft Office, including Excel Benefits of a Career at Stern Cohen We believe a successful career in public accounting shouldn9t require giving up your life outside of work. Our team enjoys meaningful client work, professional growth, flexibility and benefits designed to provide additional time away from the office. We offer: Flex hours and a genuine commitment to work-life balance Paid Fridays off in July and August 8 personal days in addition to vacation time 2 additional paid days during the winter holidays 2:00 p.m. closure on Fridays before every long weekend Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance Educational assistance and ongoing professional development Coaching, mentorship and support from experienced leaders Advancement opportunities as the firm continues to grow "Dress for your day" flexibility A modern cloud-based working environment using Microsoft 365, Teams, Zoom, Copilot and other current technologies Want to know what it9s actually like to work here? Visit our Careers page to learn more about our culture and read reviews from members of the Stern Cohen team. Ready for Your Next Step? If this sounds like the kind of firm and role you9ve been looking for, we9d be pleased to hear from you. Apply by submitting your resume.