Crowe Soberman LLP is more than one of Canada’s premier independent chartered professional accounting firms. We are a group of passionate people, delivering meaningful results to our clients. We are currently looking for a proactive, self-starter to join our team as a Senior Staff Accountant.
Position Summary:
Professional staff members in this position have at least three years’ experience in a public accounting firm. This position is responsible for various engagements and may at times be involved in two or more assignments simultaneously. Professional staff members must have a thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Principals (GAAP and GAAS) and Canadian taxation to be able to carry out and supervise field work in the more complex areas of the audit.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan and prepare time budget for review and audit engagements for subsequent approval by the Manager and/or the Partner
Prepare financial statements including all the required notes and year end letters (i.e., enclosure letter, legal information letter and engagement letter)
Ensure that all planned procedures have been completed in accordance with the firm’s policies and procedures, and GAAS, if applicable. Also to ensure that all queries and outstanding points have been cleared satisfactorily
Complete the following audit sections: walkthroughs, internal control analysis, accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, revenue and expenses
Complete entire NTRs, reviews and small audits
Train and supervise junior staff on audit engagements
Prepare corporate and personal tax returns
Promptly review any significant assurance engagement findings or questions involving accounting principles or statement presentation with the Manager or Partner and make suggestions as to their resolution
Qualifications:
Must have a minimum of:
University degree
Completion of or close to completion of CPA, CA designation
At least three years of practical experience in public practice
Experience with:
Caseware
Caseview
Taxprep
MS Word, Excel, Outlook
Key Competencies:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Dedication and strong work ethic
Positive team player
Demonstrated strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
Solid knowledge of GAAP, CAS and Canadian tax
Requires little supervision on routine tasks
Able to prioritize multiple assignments simultaneously
Excellent client service skills, with the desire and ability to understand the clients' businesses
Comfortable making contact with clients
Conscious of client relations and expectations
Located in the heart of mid-town Toronto, we offer a convenient work location that is accessible by public transit for this permanent full time role. We offer a competitive compensation package that is commensurate with your experience. To learn more about our firm, please visit the Careers section of our website.
At Crowe Soberman, we take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. Our dedication lies in fostering a workplace that is inclusive and free of barriers, enabling every individual to realize their full potential. We recognize the significance of a diverse workforce in achieving success and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We invite qualified candidates to apply and consider making Crowe Soberman your employer of choice– accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process, please advise us in advance. How do we build a culture of belonging? Learn more here.
We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
