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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing client portfolios, delivering accounting and tax services, and ensuring compliance with Canadian accounting standards. Proficient in financial reporting, tax return preparation, and mentoring junior staff while maintaining strong client relationships.
Highest-signal resume keywords
CPA Or CA DesignationPublic Accounting ExperienceCanadian Taxation KnowledgeFinancial Reporting ExpertiseProficiency In Caseware
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Hard Skills
Financial ReportingTax Return PreparationCompilation EngagementsBookkeeping ReviewPayroll ProcessingGST FilingsT4 And T5 Information ReturnsAnalytical ThinkingAttention To DetailProblem-Solving
Soft Skills
Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationMentoringTrainingRelationship Building
Tools & Technologies
CasewareProfileMicrosoft OfficeQuickBooks OnlineXero
Certifications & Qualifications
CPACA
Industry Keywords
Canadian Accounting StandardsPublic AccountingTaxationFinancial StatementsAccounting Processes
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of accounting and tax services.
- Perform controller-level responsibilities for various clients, including financial reporting and accounting oversight.
- Review bookkeeping records, compilation engagements, and tax returns prepared by team members.
- Prepare compilation engagements, financial statements, and Canadian corporate tax returns.
- Assist with review, audit, and consulting engagements as needed.
- Prepare and review GST returns, T4 and T5 information returns, and personal income tax returns.
- Oversee payroll processing and review payroll records for accuracy and compliance.
- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.
- Mentor, train, and support junior accounting staff to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Manage multiple projects, prioritize deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and implement efficient workflows.
- Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.
Requirements
What you’ll need- CPA or CA designation is required.
- Minimum of 5 years of public accounting experience, preferably with a small or mid-sized Canadian accounting firm.
- Strong knowledge of Canadian accounting standards, taxation, and financial reporting requirements.
- Experience preparing and reviewing Canadian corporate and personal tax returns.
- Hands-on experience with compilation engagements, financial statements, and bookkeeping reviews.
- Proficiency in Caseware, Profile, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with QuickBooks Online and Xero is preferred.
- Experience overseeing payroll, GST filings, and T4/T5 information returns.
- Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or reviewing the work of junior accountants is an advantage.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and consistently meet deadlines.
- Comfortable learning new accounting software and adopting technology to improve efficiency.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Competitive compensation package, including Maxicare HMO