Senior Accountant - Sunshine Coast
Vancouver, British Columbia • Direct Hire • October 08, 2024 • 60458
Base Salary Range: $60000 - $80000
Job Title: Senior Accountant
Job ID: 60458
Location: Sunshine Coast, British Columbia - Hybrid
Overview:
Our client is a vibrant team of Chartered Professional Accountants with eight markets across Northern and Western Canada. They believe strong relationships are the cornerstone to success and strive to create innovative solutions for their clients. They are built on a foundation of diverse talent, delivering expert advice across a spectrum of industries and organizations. Our client is excited to grow their team and is currently searching for a Senior Accountant opportunity for their Sunshine Coast office. Our client is redefining what it means to work in the accounting industry. If you want flexibility, the opportunity to steer your own career, and to feel supported by your workplace community, join their team. The successful candidate will be a designated accountant or CPA in-progress, public practice career-focused individual who is excited to join a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial firm wanting to further develop their accounting and taxation skills. The available Senior Accountant position will be a progressive position with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
What you will be doing:
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Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements.
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Prepare financial statements and corresponding notes.
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Prepare and/or review personal and corporate tax returns.
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Prepare year-end tax forms (T4s and T5s).
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Apply knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE).
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Investigate and correct discrepancies/ irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports.
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Respond to client questions and queries.
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Raise identified technical issues with manager or engagement partner.
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Update manager or engagement partner on the progress of engagements.
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Prepare professional correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining findings, facts and highlights resulting from the client engagement.
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Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality and deadlines.
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Work with accounting software and provide support to clients.
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Develop and maintain relationships with client management.
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Develop a thorough understanding of their services, businesses and industry.
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Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes.
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Raise awareness of this firm in the community.
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Lead engagement teams while coaching and mentoring junior team members.
What you must have:
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CPA designation in-progress, passed CFE or CPA designated
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Sound knowledge of the CPA Canada Handbook, review procedures, and tax compliance.
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1+ years’ experience in public accounting with public company client experience.
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Familiar with CaseWare, Microsoft Office, and Tax Prep .
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An innovative thinker, comfortable in a team and client-focused environment.
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Self-starter, able to work independently.
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Strong interpersonal, technical, and communication skills, written and verbal.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
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Strong commitment to excellence and attention to detail.
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Able to interact with clients, co-workers, Managers, and Partners.
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Able to prioritize workloads, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Values teamwork, client/customer service, professionalism, community involvement, personal and professional growth.
Other Information:
Benefits
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Competitive compensation package
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Paid vacation
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Extended health and dental benefits
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Help in developing your personal brand and practice
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Continuous hands-on mentoring
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A flexible & positive work environment
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Paid volunteer programs and volunteer opportunities
Salary/Rate Range: $70,000 - $90,000
For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com