Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. They are looking for a Staff Accountant to join their team, where the role involves delivering client services, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to professional development while ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
Responsibilities
- Complete various Audit, Review, and Compilation engagements individually and as part of a team
- Review client accounting and financial records for accuracy and compliance with accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls
- Perform technical work in the office or in the field on assigned engagements or portions of engagements, under supervision
- Support complex areas of larger audit and review engagements
- Maintain responsibility for accuracy and completion of assigned work and related documentation
- Prepare draft review plans for supervisory assessment when leading an engagement
- Prepare individual and corporate tax returns, including HST returns
- Cooperate with colleagues and management on file and engagement planning
- Address engagement issues by consulting appropriate resources and escalate relevant matters to the engagement supervisor when necessary
- Respond to client needs and address concerns proactively
- Complete assignments within set timelines, budget, and specifications
- Demonstrate familiarity with the client and their industry
- Provide reliable service to clients by responding promptly and maintaining accountability, integrity, and respect
- Assist with business development and goodwill efforts as required
- Identify prospects for additional products or services for existing clients and communicate these to the engagement supervisor
- Train and guide junior accountants and co-op students to support their development
- Give prompt, direct feedback to less experienced team members
- Oversee work performed by junior staff to reduce the need for extensive review by engagement supervisors
- Monitor the progress of all assigned engagements, including delegated tasks
- Contribute to project teams implementing firm policies and initiatives when requested
- Identify inefficient processes and suggest improvements
- Acquire knowledge of support systems, including tax software, computer systems, and firm standards
- Build experience in public accounting and work towards professional certification
- Meet individual profitability targets, business development, and career objectives
- Participate in activities to enhance engagement profitability
- Understand the firm's structure, operational processes, and financial factors
- Develop communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and clients
- Collaborate across different teams within the firm
- Remain informed about current accounting practices and pursue opportunities to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness
Skills
- Postsecondary diploma or degree in accounting or related fields
- 1+ years' experience in an accounting role at a public accounting firm required
- Sound knowledge of Canadian Audit and Accounting Standards (CAS, ASPE, ASNPO, CSRE 2400 and CSRS 4200), income tax, payroll tax and HST
- Ability to take initiative for own learning and development
- Interest in developing others
- Ability to prioritize and manage deliverables, adhering to time and budget constraints
- Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Pursuit of CPA designation an asset
Benefits
- Merit-based promotions and uncapped growth opportunities
- Individual performance-based annual bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional development budget
- Dedicated Coach to support development and career advancement
- Three weeks starting vacation
- Two additional weeks of paid time off during the Summer months
- A flexible work schedule
- Remote working arrangements
- Three paid days off to volunteer
- Local charitable initiatives
- A commitment to help you achieve your personal goals outside work
Company Overview
With member firms from coast to coast, the Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative is one of the country’s largest associations of chartered professional accounting firms. It was founded in 1967, and is headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.bakertilly.ca.