Job Description
Our client, a prestigious accounting firm in the Ottawa area, is looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join their team on a full time permanent basis. In this environment, our client promotes work life balance, flexible work environment to reward hard working & motivated individual's.
Roles and Responsibilities
As a Senior Staff Accountant you'll be instrumental in bolstering our assurance engagements and providing top-notch financial services to our clientele. Your key duties will involve:
- Executing assurance and accounting tasks, including necessary tax filings, utilizing our advanced paperless office setup and allocated resources.
- Supervising junior staff members during assurance and accounting projects.
- Addressing and resolving any issues that arise during assurance and accounting engagements.
Qualifications and Skills
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Progressive Accounting Experience: We require a minimum of 2 years of advancing experience in public accounting, along with successful completion of CPA exams.
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CPA, CA Designation: Candidates should possess a CPA, CA designation, or be actively progressing towards fulfilling the required hours for certification.
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Audit and Assurance Proficiency: A robust background in audit and assurance is crucial for excelling in this position.
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Client-Centric Approach: Demonstrating an ability to offer value-added services to our clients, showcasing dedication to their success, is essential.
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ASPE Knowledge: Proficiency in Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE) requirements is a prerequisite.
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Software Competence: Experience with Caseware and Taxprep software is highly valued.
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Deadline-Oriented: A solid grasp of a client-centric environment, including awareness of relevant deadlines, and the ability to consistently meet them, is imperative.
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Confidentiality and Discretion: Candidates should exhibit sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
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Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are expected.
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Attention to Detail: Precision and attention to detail are vital in all tasks and responsibilities.
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Team Player: We seek individuals with a strong work ethic, capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.