Senior Accountant II

About the Opportunity

Join a team of innovative accountants renowned for solving complex challenges and excelling in accounting services for entrepreneurs. Based in Markham, ON, this leading accounting firm specializes in serving the needs of business owners with a strategic, simplified, and comprehensive approach to accounting, financial, and tax planning. With a rich history spanning over 50 years, the firm is dedicated to addressing both professional and personal accounting requirements of its clients.

We are actively seeking experienced Senior Accountants to join our full-time staff. These roles are integral to our service offerings in accounting, tax, financial advisory, estate planning, corporate restructuring, and risk advisory.

• Managing assurance engagements, including planning, fieldwork, and staff supervision in a mid-sized firm setting.
• Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of ASPE, ASNFPO, and CAS.
• Excelling in client relationship building, leading a team of professionals, and ensuring timely and accurate accounting work.
• Overseeing the preparation of audit, review, and compilation working papers, financial statements, and disclosures according to GAAP.
• Ensuring precise preparation of corporate, trust, and personal income tax returns.
• Leading the team in preparing special reports, financial forecasts, and client-requested projects.
• Setting an example in training and mentoring staff, upholding firm standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or equivalent experience.
• CPA designation and active member status.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in the aforementioned areas.
• Proficiency in Caseware, with knowledge of Jazz.
• Ability to work remotely 2 or 3 days a week.

• Job Function:
  Accounting
• Reporting To:
  Manager
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time
• Team Leadership:
  Managing a team of 3
• Location:
  
  Markham, Head Office

• A culture that values openness, collaboration, and enjoyment at work.
• Standard work hours from Monday to Friday, 9-5.
• A nurturing environment focused on mentorship and continuous learning.
• Working with a diverse range of owners and entrepreneurs who appreciate our work and counsel.
• Commitment to professional development, support for CPA approved courses, and covering annual accounting dues.