Senior Staff Accountant

We are currently looking for a Senior Staff Accountant to join our team. You will have the opportunity to work closely with partners and staff and join an organization that puts an emphasis on developing our people.

• Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements
• Plan and execute fieldwork assignments, including managing budget and resource needs
• Lead engagement teams while coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Prepare financial statements and corresponding notes
• Prepare corporate tax returns
• Apply knowledge of Canadian generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Develop and maintain relationships with client management including responding to client questions and queries
• Involve appropriate firm personnel to ensure all aspects associated with the work have been properly addressed
• Demonstrate technical competence in practice discipline, serve as a technical resource for staff and provide suggestions for resolving technical issues

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
• Two (2) to four (4) years of relevant work experience in public accounting
• Extensive knowledge of and experience working with Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Solid understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles
• Ability to work under pressure, decisiveness, good judgement and common sense
• Ability to recognize and analyze problems, propose sound alternatives and conclusions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with advanced Excel skills
• Experience with the following software is an asset
  • Sage 50
  • Quick Books
  • CCH Tax Prep
  • Case Ware

Bouris Wilson LLP is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Do not hesitate to contact us if you require alternative arrangements to submit your application. Candidates with a disability requiring accommodation during the interview process should advise.