Senior Staff Accountant

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On behalf of our client – Feltham & Associates,Jump Recruitment Specialists is currently seeking aSenior Staff Accountant –who strives for excellence, demonstrates accountability in a fast-paced environment and can manage tight deadlines - to join their team in Mount Pearl, NL.

Who We Are:

Affiliated with The AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms, Feltham & Associates, Chartered Professional Accountants is a growing firm providing a full range of value-added services to corporate and individual clients in the areas of professional advice, accounting assurance, audit, management advisory, computerized accounting system consulting, business plans & proposals, tax planning, forensic accounting, mergers & acquisitions, business reorganizations and more. Our client base includes a diverse mix of businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and others. We are a forward thinking, technology driven firm with a focus on implementing innovative cloud-based solutions to assist with the effective management and growth opportunities for the organizations we serve. We are committed to the career advancement and professional development of our team. We strive to be a key advisor that our clients can turn to for advice, discussion, and support. We are passionate about our clients’ bottom line!

Who You Are:

The Senior Staff Accountantis a creative self-starter, extremely organized, enjoys interacting with people and learning new things in an ever-changing environment. You will be an integral part of the practice and a liaison for clients and staff. You are someone who strives on making a difference and being a part of that change, not just reporting on it. To be successful in this role, you should have strong technical and administrative skills, and have worked previously in a public practice accounting firm with strong tax and/or assurance experience.

The position is full time and has the potential of developing into a future partnership at the firm within 3 years.

Responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of clients; ensuring their needs are met and strong relationships are maintained, providing advice, recommendations, and solutions
• Planning, preparation and review of various assurance and audit engagement files
• Preparation and review of corporate, personal and estate income tax returns
• Coaching, training, supervising, and reviewing junior staff
• Business development activities such as networking, community relationships, and attendance at various local business functions

Qualifications:

• CPA designation
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience
• Post-secondary education in a relevant field
• Strong organizational skills, punctual, detail-oriented, able to multitask and prioritize tasks
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to research and access professional and technical materials
• Solid understanding of business, accounting, management, tax, and practice development principles
• A natural curiosity and desire to continually acquire new skills
• Flexibility, ability to build relationships, and the willingness to invest the energy and time necessary to progress to a future leadership position within our Firm.
• Exceptional computer skills including experience in a paperless work environment with Adobe/PDF, Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook; experience with CaseWare, Tax preparation software, and accounting software such as QuickBooks and/or Sage Accounting.

Perks:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation
• Bonus structure
• Benefits package
• Access to the AC Group resource and full network
• Plus, so much more!

If you are a passionate individual, who loves crunching numbers and thrives on helping others, have the qualifications, and are prepared to meet the challenges as outlined, apply in strictest confidence today!

Contact Sarah French at sarah@highertalent.ca

Jump Recruitment Specialists | www.jumpcareers.ca

We embrace diversity. Individuals that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills are encouraged to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted. Applicants considered for the position will be subject to a background check. This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada.