Senior Accountant
- Toronto, ON, M2J 5A9, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Minimum 4 years public accounting experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Senior Accountant
We are a dynamic and growing accounting firm dedicated to providing high-quality services to a diverse clientele. Our team is committed to upholding professional standards and delivering exceptional client service. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accountant to join our team. The Senior Accountant will support our assurance team by preparing financial statements, managing accounts, performing audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should be able to work both independently and as part of a team and must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:
- Audit and review of financial statements independently and in teams with minimal supervision (including thorough response to planning, identification and resolution of engagement issues, complete working paper organization and evidence, thorough clearing of queries)
- Lead engagement teams, which will include planning, fieldwork and training of CPA students
- Review for completion/overall quality of working papers prepared by junior staff prior to handing in to manager/partner for detailed review
- Complete compilation assignments (including thorough documentation of working papers)
- Preparation of financial statements and notes
- Keep abreast of current and emerging technical and tax developments
- (i.e. attending required PD courses, maintaining required PD hours and self-study)
- Preparation of basic and complex personal, trust and corporate income tax returns with reduced supervision
- Preparation of letters and other communications to clients and CRA
- Assistance with training and mentoring of Co-op and new staff
- Perform related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Completed CPA designation
- Minimum 4 years public accounting experience
- Experience in preparation of review and audit engagements within a team or individually
- Experience leading engagement teams, including planning, fieldwork and training of CPA students.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., iFirm, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a high attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Professional development opportunities and support for CPA certification.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
This posting is for an active, existing vacancy.
Artificial intelligence tools are not used at any stage of our screening or selection process.
Our organization is committed to fair, inclusive, and accessible hiring practices. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact slefrancois@adamsmiles.com or 416-923-8557 x702, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant will lead engagement teams, perform audits, and prepare complex financial statements and tax returns. They are also responsible for mentoring junior staff and ensuring high-quality documentation and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and a completed CPA designation. A minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience is required, along with proficiency in accounting software and strong analytical skills.
Skills
- Auditing
- Tax return preparation
- Engagement management
- CPA designation
- Public accounting
- IFirm
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Excel
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Mentoring
- Regulatory compliance
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Performance-based bonuses
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Support for CPA certification
- Paid time off
- Vacation
- Personal days
- Holidays
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
slefrancois
Hiring contact email
slefrancois@adamsmiles.com
Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Management & Leadership
- Consulting
Keywords
- Senior Accountant
- Accounting
- Assurance
- Audit
- Financial Statements
- CPA
- Public Accounting
- Tax Returns
- IFirm
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Excel
- Engagement Planning
- Mentoring
- Regulatory Compliance
- Corporate Tax
- Personal Tax
- Trust Tax
- Compilation Assignments
- Working Papers