We are currently on the hunt for a permanent, full-time, Staff Accountant - Public Accounting to join our client, a very successful public accounting and financial planning firm located in Oakville, focusing on helping high-income earning families and entrepreneurs.
If you're an Accounting professional, with 2-4 years of public accounting experience, looking to transition to a boutique firm with great work-life balance, great learning opportunities, a predictable schedule, minimal overtime, high-end clientele from diverse industries, and a collaborative, high-energy team, then this could be the perfect role for you!
You'll also have access to the company's off-shore bookkeeping support team.
This firm has a high focus on high-quality work, and overall client and employee satisfaction. Your future compensation will be reflective of your demonstrated abilities and contributions.
You'll be helping the Partner and Senior Accountants manage manage a portfolio of CCPC clientele mainly within the professional services space, including healthcare as well as boutique real estate construction firms, small manufacturers, and real estate investors. You'll mainly be responsible for preparing financial statements and corporate taxes, as well as some personal and accessory filings, and memo's to partner and clients.
This role offers a starting salary of $65,000 to $75,000 (with opportunity for earnings growth, and negotiable commensurate to experience), 3 weeks of vacation + 1-week year-end office shutdown, full comprehensive benefits, with a tight-knit team that likes to foster a fun and upbeat environment.
You'll be working on-site at their Oakville office to start, Monday-Friday 9 AM to 5 PM, with the ability to work from home on Fridays once you've settled into the role.
What's in it for YOU:
- A collaborative workplace culture that values work/life balance, with minimal overtime
- Great learning opportunities working alongside tenured Partner and Senior Accountants, training provided on any gaps
- Competitive annual salary of $65,000 to $75,000 (negotiable commensurate to experience) + potential bonuses
- Full medical benefits
- 3 weeks of vacation + 1 week year-end shutdown
- WFH Friday’s granted with confidence in the candidate's abilities (additional day negotiable for the right candidate)
Primary Responsibilities as an Staff Accountant - Public Accounting
- Primarily focus on preparing financial statements and corporate tax returns for a variety of businesses.
- File various tax returns including T1, T2, T3, HST, T5013, T5018.
- Compile Notice to Reader financial statements, ensuring adherence to applicable standards and regulations.
- Keep abreast of current tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and enhance tax strategies for clients.
- Act as a primary liaison for clients, addressing inquiries and delivering exceptional client service.
- Assist clients in understanding their financial statements and tax responsibilities.
- Aid the accounting team with diverse administrative tasks as required.
What You Bring to the Table:
- College or University Education in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in public accounting, financial statement and tax preparation (corporate and personal), working with Canadian-Controlled Private Corporations
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- Direct experience with Caseware, QBO, and ifirm is a strong asset
- Completion of in-depth tax courses such as MTAX, or extensive tax-focused work is a strong asset
If this Staff Accountant - Public Accounting role in Oakville excites you as the next chapter in your accounting career, we encourage you to apply immediately!