At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare financial statements and engage in assurance projects with diverse clients.
- Company: Established CPA firm in Ottawa with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Open to CPA candidates and offers mentorship opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and grow your accounting expertise in a thriving environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in public accounting and strong understanding of Canadian accounting principles.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 120000 $ per year.
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Salary: CAD $60,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and seniority
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Public Accounting / CPA Firm
Experience Level: Senior Accountant preferred; Associates and Managers also considered
CPA Status: Licensed CPAs and CPA candidates welcome
Work Model: Mostly Onsite
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with an established CPA firm in Ottawa, Ontario, seeking a talented Senior Accountant - Assurance & Compilation to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional with a background in Canadian public accounting, particularly assurance, compilation engagements and financial statement preparation.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across a variety of client engagements, develop their technical expertise and continue progressing within public practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review compilation engagement financial statements and supporting working papers.
- Participate in assurance engagements, including review and audit assignments.
- Prepare financial statements in accordance with applicable Canadian accounting standards.
- Complete account reconciliations, adjusting journal entries and year-end working papers.
- Review client accounting records and identify required adjustments.
- Communicate directly with clients to obtain information and resolve accounting queries.
- Assist with engagement planning, execution and completion.
- Identify accounting and financial reporting issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Manage assigned deadlines and maintain accurate engagement documentation.
- At Senior or Manager level, review junior staff work and provide guidance and mentorship.
- Collaborate with Partners and colleagues to deliver high-quality client service.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a Canadian public accounting firm.
- Practical experience in assurance engagements, compilation engagements or public practice accounting.
- Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and Canadian accounting principles.
- Experience preparing year-end working papers, reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
- Comfortable working directly with clients and collaborating with colleagues.
Preferred Experience:
- Compilation engagements and Notice to Reader financial statements.
- Review engagements and external audit assignments.
- ASPE and applicable Canadian assurance standards.
- CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
- Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of junior accountants.
Qualifications
- CPA designation is welcomed but not mandatory.
- Candidates currently pursuing their CPA designation will be considered.
- Relevant accounting education and practical public accounting experience are important.
- Applicants at Associate, Senior Accountant and Manager levels are encouraged to apply.
Compensation & Career Development
- Salary: CAD $60,000 - $120,000, depending on experience and the level of appointment.
- Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.
- Exposure to a range of assurance, compilation and accounting engagements.
- Opportunity to work with experienced accounting professionals.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role is particularly well suited to a public accounting professional looking to build a long-term career in an Ottawa CPA firm. Whether you're a CPA candidate ready to step into a Senior Accountant role, an experienced Senior seeking progression, or an Assurance / Accounting Manager exploring a new opportunity, we'd be interested in hearing from you.
Senior Accountant in Ottawa employer: Part of nGAGE Talent Limited
Join a well-established CPA firm in Ottawa, Ontario, where you can thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritizes professional growth and development. With competitive salaries ranging from CAD $60,000 to $120,000 and opportunities to work on diverse client engagements, this firm is dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment that encourages mentorship and skill enhancement. Experience the unique advantage of working in a vibrant city while advancing your career in public accounting.
Contact Details:
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