Senior Accountant
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at ernst. Ottawa · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate CA$74,875–CA$82,625.
ernst has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Prepare compilation engagements and complete the accounting work they require
- Prepare personal and corporate income tax returns for clients
- Check tax assessments and reassessments, then contact tax authorities to address problems
- Guide and train junior staff when your experience level calls for it
What you bring
- At least five years of Canadian public accounting work, including T1 and T2 return preparation
- A post-secondary diploma or business degree
Who this fits
This senior role suits you if you can manage several client responsibilities, work independently with limited oversight, and communicate clearly. You’ll commute to the east Ottawa office or relocate before starting; hybrid remote work is available after training. Junior staff supervision depends on your experience.
From the employer
Ernst & Company CPA Professional Corporation is a mid-sized public accounting firm in Ottawa.
You would have the opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment. Our firm continues to steadily grow in keeping with our commitment to our staff and the relationships that we develop with our clients. We have a diverse mix of clients and types of engagements which offer opportunities for our staff to develop their skills and to advance their careers.
We offer a bright, modern work environment in an office building in the east end of Ottawa. The location offers excellent east-west highway access, and is also well situated for clients and staff located in the south end of Ottawa. We are seeking to add a motivated senior accountant with public accounting and tax experience to join our team.
Duties/Responsibilities:
· Preparation of compilation engagements, including required accounting
· Preparation of corporate and personal income tax returns
· Review and confirm tax assessments and reassessments
· Communicate with tax authorities to resolve issues
· Supervise and train junior staff, if level of experience dictates
Candidates should possess the following:
· Excellent analytical and technical skills
· Well organized and able to manage multiple client responsibilities concurrently
· Ability to work independently or with limited supervision
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Team oriented outlook
· Experience with CaseWare would be helpful, but is not required
· Bilingualism is an asset, but not a necessity
Qualifications
· Minimum of 5 years of public accounting experience in Canada, including preparation of T1 and T2 tax returns
· Possess post-secondary diploma or business degree
· CPA designation or enrolment in CPA program is an asset
Ability to commute:
· Commute to office in east Ottawa, or plan to relocate before starting work
· Once trained, opportunity to work remotely on hybrid basis
We are grateful to all applicants who submit applications; however, only candidates selected for additional screening will be contacted. Salary depending on qualifications and level of experience
Benefits:
· Company events
· Dental care
· Disability insurance
· Extended health care
· On-site parking
· Paid vacation or time in lieu for overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
· Ottawa, ON K1G5A2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
· Post Secondary School (required)
Experience:
· Accounting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ottawa, ON K1G5A2