Staff Accountant

lop new skills. As a Staff Accountant, you will play a crucial role in providing outstanding service to a diverse client portfolio. You will be responsible for a wide range of accounting duties, including the preparation of annual financial statements, execution of assurance procedures for compilation, review, and audit engagements, and the preparation of both corporate and personal tax returns.

Working under the guidance of experienced managers and partners, the successful Staff Accountant will thrive in both collaborative team settings and independent work environments. Your primary objective will be to deliver timely, high-quality work that meets and exceeds client expectations. This role requires a strong foundation in accounting principles and a passion for problem-solving. If you are eager to contribute to a forward-thinking firm and grow within the finance & accounting industry, this Staff Accountant position is the perfect fit for you. You will be a key player in the firm's success, providing essential advisory services and building lasting client relationships. This role offers a unique chance to deepen your expertise in public accounting and make a tangible impact.



Advantages
- Work within a supportive and collaborative firm that values professional growth and continuous learning.
- Gain invaluable experience by working with a diverse portfolio of clients across a variety of industries.
- Benefit from direct mentorship and guidance from experienced managers and partners.
- Enjoy a hybrid work model that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
- Opportunity to be a key contributor in the finance & accounting team of a reputable and client-focused firm.
- Engage in a role with significant potential for career advancement and skill development in the finance & accounting field.

Responsibilities
- Complete all aspects of compilation, review, and audit engagements from the initial planning stages through to completion, working both individually and as part of a team.
- Conduct research to thoroughly understand a client's industry and business operations.
- Arrange and conduct meetings with clients to establish timelines, expectations, and address any issues or concerns for each engagement.
- Review engagement approaches, procedures, and staffing requirements with your manager to ensure optimal workflow.
- Prepare comprehensive working paper files for Compilation, Review, and Audit Engagements.
- Monitor and manage engagements efficiently to meet budgetary and reporting deadlines.
- Prepare accurate financial statements and the corresponding T2 corporate income tax returns.
- Prepare personal income tax returns (T1) and assist with strategic tax planning for clients.
- Prepare various tax compliance slips and forms, including GST/HST returns.
- Provide essential support to clients by finding solutions to accounting-related problems and answering questions about year-end and bookkeeping processes.
- Perform bookkeeping tasks, including reconciling purchasing, accounting, and inventory control systems initiated by clients.
- Assist clients with payroll processing, GST/PST compliance, and the creation of business accounting systems.
- Maintain accurate financial records by reconciling, compiling, and tracking financial information using tools such as MS Office.
- Prepare timely responses to client correspondence and inquiries.


Qualifications
- An accounting designation (CPA), diploma, or equivalent professional experience is required.
- High proficiency in the MS Office Suite (especially Excel) and experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software.
- Direct experience with personal and corporate income tax preparation would be a significant asset.
- Experience working in a professional services or public accounting environment is highly desirable.
- Familiarity and experience with software such as Caseware and iFirm is a strong asset.
- A commitment to providing superior client service and delivering high-quality work.


Summary
Apply directly on this side:
- Go to our website at www.randstad.ca, create a profile, and apply directly
- Email your resume to yulia.gershtein@randstad.ca and include the title of the position in the subject line.

We thank all applications for their interest in this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.


Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.