Senior Audit and Assurance Accountant

Peterborough Source: WhatJobs
£65,000–£85,000

Senior Accountant

Baker Tilly is looking for a Senior Accountant whose expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and help shape what comes next. You will collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals committed to making a difference for our clients, communities, and one another.

Your role

  • Preparation of compilation, review and audit engagements
  • Preparation of corporate, personal and trust income tax returns
  • Preparation of tax slips (T3, T4, T5, etc.)
  • Performing and leading audits
  • Identifying and resolving engagement issues
  • Supporting year‑end planning
  • Developing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships
  • Direct field work and informing manager(s) of the engagement status
  • Developing strong technical audit, accounting and tax skills
  • Collaborating to ensure we provide an integrated financial and business solution that meets our clients' needs

What you bring to the table

  • University degree in commerce or accounting
  • Attained a Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA, CA) or CPA in waiting
  • 3+ years experience at public accounting firm with a minimum of two years of audit and assurance experience
  • Working knowledge of Caseware, Taxprep/iFirm, Keystone, and Quickbooks preferred
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Interest in managing and developing others
  • Ability to prioritize and manage deliverables, adhering to time and budget constraints
  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines, which can conflict with one another
  • Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
  • A positive attitude and willingness to work and learn
  • An inclination for attention to detail and accuracy
  • A desire to be an integral part of a fun team environment

What’s in it for you

  • Flexible working arrangements once training is complete
  • Flex time and banked overtime program (summer Fridays off)
  • 3 weeks paid vacation to start, moving to 4 weeks once CPA designation is received
  • Employer paid benefits package including comprehensive health and dental starting from day one
  • Family benefits – parental leave top‑up program for new parents
  • Enhanced mental health benefits
  • Wellness subsidy
  • RRSP matching program
  • Client referral, employee referral bonus program
  • A leadership team committed to your success
  • Challenging and varied assignments
  • Ongoing training and support for professional development
  • Team building adventures
  • A professional, fun and friendly working environment

Where you’ll work

Cobourg, Courtice, Lindsay & Peterborough, Ontario.

Job type

Full-time

Salary range

$65,000 - $85,000 a year

Equal Opportunity Employment

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.

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