Senior Accountant (CPA)

This is a remote position.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 NN Toronto (Eastern Time)
  
• 20 hours per week but may transition to 40 hours per week
  

Responsibilities

• Prepare, examine, and analyze financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with established financial standards and regulations.
  
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial data bases, computer software systems, and manual filing systems.
  
• Prepare and analyze budgets, comparing budgeted costs to actual costs.
  
• Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to project future revenues and expenses.
  
• Provide strategic financial recommendations based on financial analysis.
  
• Liaise with external auditors, tax agents, and regulatory bodies, ensuring all required documentation is available and compliant.
  
• Collaborate with management teams to provide insights and data-driven financial decisions.
  
• Stay updated with the latest financial and tax regulations and ensure the company's financial practices are in line with statutory regulations and legislation.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  
• Proficiency in accounting software and tools.
  
• Excellent analytical and numerical abilities.
  
• Strong ethical standards and integrity in professional conduct.
  
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  

Highly Regarded Skills and Experience

• Experience in financial accounting for Canadian clients.
  
• Advanced knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, Quickbooks, Freshbooks, MYOB, etc.
  
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, ACCA).
  
• Familiarity with financial regulations and standards of Canada
  
• Experience in conducting internal and external audits.