Accountant, Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting

Location: Saint-Jérôme

Work Term:

Permanent

Work Language:

Bilingual

Hours:

20 to 30 hours per week

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Experience:

5 years or more
or equivalent experience
Work setting   Auditing firm or department
Private company, corporation or industry
Accounting firm
Tasks   Identify clients' financial goals and objectives
Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements
Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
Supervise staff
Train staff
Analyze clients' financial records
Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
Develop financial plans for clients
Prepare reports and audit findings
Prepare financial statements and reports
Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
Conduct field audits of businesses to ensure compliance with provisions of the Income Tax Act, the Canadian Business Corporations Act or other statutory requirements
Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
Analyze financial documents and reports
Examine accounting records
Provide financial, business and tax advice
Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
Oversee payroll administration
Supervision   1 to 2 people
Contractors
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses   Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
Certified General Accountants (CGA) - level 3
Computer and technology knowledge   Accounting software
Simply Accounting
MS Office
Data analysis software
Internet
MS Excel
MS Windows
Tax Prep
MS Power Point
Desktop publishing software
Sage Accounting Software
Area of specialization   Accounting
Security and safety   Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Credit check
Transportation/travel information   Valid driver's licence
Own transportation
Own vehicle
Travel expenses paid by employer
Parking paid by employer
Work conditions and physical capabilities   Fast-paced environment
Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment   Computer
Printer
Internet access
Cellular phone
Personal suitability   Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Ability to multitask
Adaptability
Due diligence
Proactive
Screening questions   Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options   Flexible hours
Workplace information   Hybrid
Financial benefits   Mileage paid
Stocks/shares
Other benefits   Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits
Variable or compressed work week