accountant

Education: Bachelor's degree. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Auditing firm or department. Private company, corporation or industry. Accounting firm. Tasks: Identify clients' financial goals and objectives. Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements. Plan, set up and administer accounting systems. Supervise staff. Train staff. Analyze clients' financial records. Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control. Develop financial plans for clients. Prepare reports and audit findings. Prepare financial statements and reports. Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices. Conduct field audits of businesses to ensure compliance with provisions of the Income Tax Act, the Canadian Business Corporations Act or other statutory requirements. Prepare income tax returns from accounting records. Analyze financial documents and reports. Examine accounting records. Provide financial, business and tax advice. Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems. Oversee payroll administration. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Contractors. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). Certified General Accountants (CGA) - level 3. Computer and technology knowledge: Accounting software. Simply Accounting. MS Office. Data analysis software. Internet. MS Excel. MS Windows. TaxPrep. MS PowerPoint. Desktop publishing software. Sage Accounting Software. Area of specialization: Accounting. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Driver's validity licence check. Credit check. Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence. Own transportation. Own vehicle. Travel expenses paid by employer. Parking paid by employer. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Attention to detail. Own tools/equipment: Computer. Printer. Internet access. Cellular phone. Personal suitability: Accurate. Client focus. Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Ability to multitask. Adaptability. Due diligence. Proactive. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Experience: 5 years or more. Workplace information: Hybrid. Financial benefits: Mileage paid. Stocks/shares. Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer. Other benefits. Variable or compressed work week.