Senior Accountant (Public Accounting)

Job description:

Senior Accountant North York Public Accounting Firm

Our TorontoJobs.ca Recruiting division client, located in North York, is a well-established small public accounting firm that has built a strong reputation for providing personalized accounting, tax, and advisory services to owner-managed businesses and individuals. Due to continued growth and long-term succession planning, they are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fully designated CPA with solid public accounting experience who enjoys working closely with clients in a collaborative and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play an important role within the firm, with approximately 80% of the workload focused on Notice to Reader (NTR)/compilation engagements and 20% on assurance work.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work directly with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses and take on increasing responsibility within the firm. For an ambitious CPA, there is potential for future advancement as part of the firm's long-term succession plans. At the same time, this opportunity is equally well suited to someone looking for a stable, long-term career with an exceptional work-life balance.

Responsibilities

Prepare Notice to Reader (NTR)/compilation engagement financial statements

Prepare year-end working papers and supporting documentation

Assist with review and other assurance engagements, which will represent approximately 20% of the role

Prepare corporate, personal, trust, and partnership income tax returns

Work directly with a portfolio of owner-managed business clients

Communicate with clients to obtain information and respond to accounting and tax-related inquiries

Identify accounting and tax issues and bring them to the attention of the partners as appropriate

Ensure client engagements are completed accurately and on schedule

Collaborate with the firm's partners and accounting team on a variety of client engagements

Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff as required

Qualifications

CPA designation is required

3+ years of relevant Canadian public accounting experience

Strong experience preparing NTR/compilation engagements

Experience with review engagements and other assurance work is an asset

Strong understanding of Canadian accounting and tax principles

Experience preparing corporate and personal tax returns

Excellent communication and client-service skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines

Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Must be comfortable working fully in-office in North York; this position does not offer remote or hybrid work

Software

Experience with the following software is preferred:

• CaseWare
• CaseView
• Taxprep

Why Join?

Fully in-office role in North York with a collaborative and team-oriented environment

Friendly, supportive, and close-knit team

Long-established and respected public accounting firm

Opportunity to work directly with owner-managed businesses and build strong client relationships

Opportunity for long-term career growth and potential future succession opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Free on-site parking

If you're a CPA with strong NTR/compilation experience looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected public accounting firm, this could be an excellent fit. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with clients, take on meaningful responsibility, and build a long-term career with a firm that values its people and offers an outstanding work-life balance.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

CPA designation required

Several years of experience working in a Canadian public accounting firm

Strong experience preparing financial statements and corporate income tax returns

Experience preparing personal tax returns

Experience with trust and partnership tax returns is considered an asset

Experience with review engagements is considered an asset

Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting and tax principles

Excellent communication, organizational, and client service skills

Ability to manage multiple client files while meeting deadlines

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Centrally located, right on the subway line.