Senior Accountant- (HYBRID)About the PositionThis is a
hybrid position for one of the top 20 accounting firms in Canada.
The firm's teams are diverse, and you will work closely together - you will never be just a number at our organization. Plus, you will get the added benefit of further developing your skill set through working with a wide variety of clients and robust list of industries.
As the Senior Accountant you will be responsible the following duties:- Independent completion of audit, review and compilation files and related tax preparation
- Preparing complex areas of the file
- Preparing personal tax returns
- Preparing corporate tax returns and appropriate tax checklists
- Completing and overseeing others' work on files
- Coaching Junior and Intermediate accountants by providing input and expertise where necessary
- Building effective and long lasting working relationships on assignments with operational client contacts
- Reviewing the accuracy of work completed by Junior and Intermediate team members
- Responding effectively and efficiently to client, manager and partner requests
Summary of Responsibilities- Planning, execution and completion of files
- Understanding technical standards with the expected level of assistance and supervision
- Building effective working client relationships on assignments with operational client contacts
- Managing allocated projects or assignments, including time management
- Responding effectively to client, manager and partner requests and suggestions relating to an assignment
- Supervising and training junior and intermediate staff
- maintaining technical knowledge - IFRS, ASPE, CAS - by: attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; and establishing personal networks
- Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Summary of Experience- 4+ years of public accounting experience with demonstrated experience in audit and tax
Requirements:- Possessing leadership qualities and ability to support team members and goals
- Strong commitment to quality and accuracy
- Completion of a University Accounting degree and completion of CPA designation or at least substantial progress thereto
- Development of a business advisor mindset is important
- Thorough knowledge and experience working with ASPE, IFRS and CAS to be able to complete complex areas of an engagement
- Experience with ASPE required, IFRS an asset
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with clients, managers and partners
- Possessing strong project management skills and organization, with the ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously
- Ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Caseware, Jazz-it, Tax Prep, QuickBooks and Simply Accounting
Job Details
- Job Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy
- Hours of Work: 35 hours per week; the role requires overtime as necessary to meet operational and professional requirements.
- Location: 201 Bridgeland Ave, North York, Hybrid
- Salary: $78,000- $100,000
- Compensation placement will be based on depth of experience, demonstrated skill set, and alignment with the responsibilities of the role.
Zeifmans Offers You:Though this position is remote you are always more than welcome to come to the office and meet fellow members of your team. Here are just a few of the other benefits of working at the organization.
- Opportunity for growth - gain direct experience working with a wide-range of industry groups and clients
- Mentorship - our teams operate with an "open door" policy
- Collaborative environment - everyone has a say in our success
- Competitive compensation based on the Toronto market + opportunity for annual bonuses
- Full benefits and insurance for you and your immediate family members, paid by the firm
- Short Fridays all year long (3 pm office closure)
- Summer Fridays Off (July and August)
- Flexible dress code
- Mental health resources and on-going mental health support
- Providing you with opportunities to give back and support your community
- As a member of Nexia, access to a global network of accounting and consulting professionals and training opportunities.
