Junior Associate, Assurance

Our tax department is a team that works together to ensure compliance with tax regulations and plan tax-related projects.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional accounting and financial services to our diverse clientele. Junior Associate’s role in obtaining this objective will include involvement in corporate and personal taxation,
indirect taxes, and various ancillary activities.

Location: Toronto, ON

Type: Permanent, full-time

Salary Range: $50,000 – $60,000 / year, plus benefits

Schedule: Monday – Friday, with the requirement to work on weekends during busy season

Benefits

• Profit sharing plan
• $2,000 health spending account
• Extended health care
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Characteristics

We are in search of an individual who embodies professionalism, precision, and the capacity for critical thinking. The ideal candidate will exhibit unparalleled organizational and financial acumen, combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Exceptional communication skills are essential, enabling effective collaboration with both clients and team members. A positive outlook and the ability to thrive under pressure, meeting deadlines with unwavering commitment to quality, are fundamental traits we value.

Education and Experience

As we are a public accounting firm, experience with (or demonstrated knowledge of) assurance and taxation is critical to this role. Minimum requirements consist of:

• Successful completion of a university degree with an accounting focus
• Registration as a CPA student with CPA Ontario;

Our firm is recognized as a Pre-Approved Program office for training Chartered Professional Accountants and the successful applicant will be enrolled in the program if they require additional articling experience to qualify for their CPA designation.

Duties

Key responsibilities of Junior Associate include: (i) preparation of compilation and assurance engagement files, (ii) preparation of corporate and personal tax returns, (iii) preparation of associated tax filings including payroll, dividends, trusts, charity, etc., (iv) bookkeeping for clients that require added support with preparing their records, and (v) direct communication with clients and other stakeholders throughout the process. 

Technology

Our firm is technologically-focused and uses a several key pieces of software (and cloud) tools to keep us organized, productive, and on-task. We will provide you with experience in: CaseWare, TaxPrep, and the Microsoft Office Suite (mainly Excel, Word, and Outlook). Experience with Quickbooks, Xero, and other desktop and cloud accounting software may also be obtained via specific engagements.

Professional development opportunities

We are committed to the professional growth and continuous learning of our team members. The successful candidate will have access to a wide range of professional development opportunities, including attendance at role-relevant functions, in-house training sessions, and relevant courses. Our firm encourages the pursuit of additional professional designations that provide synergies with the existing practice and provides support for ongoing education efforts.

Team culture and environment

Our team is composed of dedicated professionals who are passionate about what they do. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where everyone’s contributions are valued and recognized. Regular team-building events, both professional and social, contribute to our cohesive and dynamic team culture. We believe in open communication and providing a supportive framework where all team members feel empowered to contribute their best work.

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