Senior accountant

Overview

Languages:

English

• Bachelor's degree

1 year to less than 2 years

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Accounting firm

• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Supervise staff
• Train staff
• Analyze clients' financial records
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Develop financial plans for clients
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Conduct field audits of businesses to ensure compliance with provisions of the Income Tax Act, the Canadian Business Corporations Act or other statutory requirements
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Examine accounting records
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Oversee payroll administration

• 3-4 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• Quick Books

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Team player
• Proactive