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Senior Staff Accountant - Audit - Assurance

Job in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for: EY
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting & Finance, Auditor Accountant, Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 81000 CAD Yearly CAD 65000.00 81000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The opportunity

As an Assurance Senior, you will be a professional member of our Core Audit practice. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources for our audit professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your key responsibilities

As an Assurance Senior, you will deliver quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.

Skills and attributes for success

  • Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and assess clients' satisfaction.
  • Proactively maintain contact with the client throughout the year.
  • Direct fieldwork daily, inform supervisors of the engagement status, and manage staff performance.
  • Adapt the audit approach to the changing client environment.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations.
  • Develop people through effectively delegating tasks and providing guidance to staff. Provide performance feedback and training, and conduct performance reviews.
  • Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment. Contribute ideas/opinions to the audit teams and listen/respond to other team members' views.
  • Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.
  • Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills. Develop an understanding of EY's service lines and actively seek/encourage team members to contribute ideas and identify opportunities to apply the firm's services.

    • To qualify for the role you must have

  • An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, and/or an undergraduate or graduate degree
  • Progress toward Canadian CPA
  • A minimum of 2-3 years of experience working as an auditor for a public accounting firm, or particular business/industry experience to meet special needs
  • Excellent project management skills, advanced written and verbal communication skills
  • A dedication to teamwork and leadership
  • Integrity within a professional environment

    • Ideally, you’ll also have

  • The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment

    • What we look for

    We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development.

    What we offer

    The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days.

    Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

    EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

  • Ottawa: $65,000 to $81,000

    • Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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    Inclusiveness at EY

    Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2

    SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting…

    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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