senior accountant

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• Accounting

Work setting

• Private sector

Tasks

• Manage balance sheets and profit / loss statements
• Supervise staff
• Train staff
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Prepare financial information for individuals, departments or companies
• Prepare reports and audit findings
• 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
• Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Oversee payroll administration
• Prepare expense and income reports
• Monitor financial control systems

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software
• MS Excel

Area of specialization

• Financial examination
• Accounting

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability
• Due diligence
• Proactive

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• Wellness program