Senior Audit Accountant

OverviewSenior Audit Accountant role at The HGA Group. The HGA Group is a firm that has evolved into the entrepreneurial resource centre for Alberta, offering a collaborative environment focused on empowering employees to grow their skills and achieve their career goals.We are looking for a candidate who will join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to helping entrepreneurs succeed.The RoleReporting to the Managers, the Senior Audit Accountant is responsible for delivering a range of public accounting services to a variety of clients, on time and on budget. The Senior Designated Accountant will also be responsible for reviewing client files prepared by Staff Accountants and leading audit engagements. The role includes developing Staff Accountants by sharing knowledge, providing technical expertise, and advising clients on financial and strategic business planning while maintaining positive client relationships.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesPreparing compilation, review, and audit engagement files, financial statements, corporate income tax returns, year-end closing and reporting, and government reporting (e.g. quarterly GST remittances)Supervising the preparation of financial statements for business clients, reviewing the work of Staff Accountants, and completing complex portions of filesMaintaining high quality control by overseeing and reviewing compilation, review, and audit engagementsPreparing T4s, T5s, personal income tax returns, and other tax returns and schedulesMaintaining client files to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns and schedulesAnalyzing complex financial reports and recordsMaking recommendations based on analysis of reserves, assets and expendituresPerforming variance analyses and preparing account reconciliationsEnsuring timely follow-up on notices of assessmentAssisting with financial and strategic planning for businesses, income tax planning, and estate planningAssisting clients with the acquisition and sale of businessesReviewing Corporate, Personal and Trust income tax returns and other tax formsReviewing, investigating and correcting discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries and reportsPerforming technical researchAssisting managers with managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring needs are met and relationships growOther ad hoc projects (process improvement, best practices) as requiredConducting any and all other duties assignedQualificationsEducation & Experience:Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (i.e., B.Com., B.BA., etc.)CPA designation, with a minimum of 3-5 years public practice experience dealing with accounting and taxation needs of private companies and their shareholdersComprehensive experience in compilation, review, and audit preparationExperience leading and supervising staff is an assetSkills & Knowledge:Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Knowledge of relevant accounting frameworks and file documentation best practicesKnowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)Knowledge of Canadian Audit Standards (CAS)Knowledge of Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNPO)Proficient in Caseware and ProfileStrong business acumenStrong computer skills (especially in Microsoft Office)Competencies:Client service orientationExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalAttention to detailAbility to solve problems independently and exercise judgement for complex issuesProven ability in results managementTeam-oriented mindset and ability to cooperateExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to mentorSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionAccounting/AuditingIndustries: AccountingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The HGA Group. #J-18808-Ljbffr