Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team based in Toronto, Ontario. This role will involve a wide range of duties, including the preparation of tax returns, conducting on-site meetings with corporate clients, and reviewing tax returns with clients. Responsibilities:- Conduct the preparation of both corporate and personal tax returns, for both US and Canadian clients- Organize on-site meetings with corporate clients to discuss financial matters- Utilize knowledge of tax planning for shareholder remuneration and associated groups,





including inter-company transactions- Engage in meetings with potential new sales leads to expand client base- Review both personal and corporate tax returns with clients to ensure understanding and accuracy- Prepare working paper files with a high level of complexity, processing files with complex journal entries- Prepare complete financial statements with minimal changes required- Utilize knowledge of accounting for investment transactions- Correspond directly with client staff to obtain required information and follow up on any inquiries from Supervisor, Manager or Partner- Provide guidance to junior and intermediate staff and liaise with client staff during engagement- Use software skills, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat XI Pro, Caseware/Caseview Working Papers, TaxPrep - T1, T2, and Forms, QuickBooks, Xero, HubDoc, Wave Accounting, CCH Document Manager, CCH ProSystem Fx Tax® for US Taxes. Skills:- Proficiency in Account Reconciliation - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel - Experience with QuickBooks - Proficiency in Public Accounting Audit - Experience in Public Accounting - Proficiency in Public Accounting Tax- Must hold a minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or a related field- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is mandatory- Experience with QuickBooks is required- Proven track record in account reconciliation is necessary- Prior experience in public accounting audit is desired- Familiarity with public accounting and public accounting tax is a plus- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills- Ability to work independently and as part of a team- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred- Professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5461.





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▶️ Senior Accountant
🖊️ Robert Half
📍 North York