Job Lead: Staff Accountant

We’re presenting candidates for this position. Please send resume with a cover letter telling us why you’d be a perfect fit for this position to apply@newcomerwomen.org. Please include the job title in the subject line.

​One of our employer is looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team.
As an Associate, you will:

• Be responsible for the preparation of compilation engagements and the related income tax compliance requirements

• Be responsible for the preparation of personal tax returns

• Assist with CRA audits and queries and communicate directly with tax authorities

• Identify, research and solve technical issues

• Draft reports, letters and responses to client queries for manager review

• From time-to-time, you may be asked to assist with ad hoc tasks associated with consulting engagements

Qualifications:

• Must have experience with Taxprep, Caseware and Quickbooks
• 2+ years of relevant experience in a public accounting firm with a focus on private clients

• CPA designation (CA or CGA) or in the process of obtaining the designation

• Possess excellent understanding of accounting principles and Canadian tax compliance

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

• Strong commitment to professional and client service excellence

• Superior verbal and written communication skills as the ideal candidate should be able to communicate directly with clients.

• Proven ability to deliver the full cycle of project management accountabilities