Virtual Senior Accountant

Pivotal LLP is seeking a senior accountant to join their team virtually. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting standards and experience working with accounting software.

Requirements

• Conduct compilation, review, audit and tax engagements
• Prepare financial statements and corresponding notes
• Apply knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE) and Accounting Standards for Not-For-Profit Organizations (ASNPO)
• Perform analysis of complex accounting issues
• Perform financial and systems analysis
• Prepare personal and corporate tax returns (and other tax compliance slips) ensuring compliance with government standards
• Prepare year-end tax forms (T4s and T5s)
• Complete bank and other account reconciliations
• Prepare payroll, GST and government reports
• Respond to client questions and queries
• Identify technical issues and discuss with manager or engagement partner
• Update manager or engagement partner on the progress of engagements
• Prepare professional correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining findings, facts and highlights resulting from the client engagement
• Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work
• Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
• Work with accounting software and provide support to clients
• Assist in streamlining client’s systems
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients
• Develop a thorough understanding of Pivotal’s services and the businesses and industries we serve.
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Lead engagement teams while coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Attend and assist in developing internal courses to further accounting, assurance, and tax knowledge

Benefits

• Banked overtime
• Firm paid social events
• Flexible work weeks June to December
• Comprehensive benefits including a health and wellness spending account