Senior Staff Accountant, Tax

Choose Local, Choose Welch LLPHeadquartered in Ottawa, the key to our successis continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace.With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities.We offer our employees invaluable prospects:possibilityfor growth and advancement;varietyto explore different career paths;opportunityto specialize and deepen skills;andflexibilityof work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.Grounded in a values-led culture(care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firmEstablished in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally-owned and operated firm in the region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec,Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves.Welch ranks as the 14thlargest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.About the OpportunityWelch LLP is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant specializing in Tax to join our team. In this role, you will prepare and review tax returns, ensure compliance with Canadian tax regulations, and provide strategic tax planning advice to clients.Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead and execute specialized partnerships, corporate income, and individual tax returnsPlan and execute fieldwork assignments, including managing budget and resource needsEstablish and maintain effective client relationshipsSupervise and mentor junior staffPrepare corporate tax returnsParticipate in income tax and indirect tax planning and consultingThink strategically about client needs by understanding their business in order to serve as a trusted business advisorAnticipate technical issues to avoid crises and where required, develop sound solutionsInvolve appropriate firm personnel to ensure all aspects associated with the work have been properly addressedDemonstrate technical competence in practice discipline, serve as a technical resource for staff, and provide suggestions for resolving technical issues.Preparation of voluntary disclosures for corporate tax related issuesConduct tax researchAttend relevant workshops and conferences to remain up-to-date on corporate tax issuesQualificationsUniversity degree or college diploma specializing in AccountingMinimum of 2 years of public accounting experienceCPA, CA designation obtained or nearing completion (preferred)Experience with TaxPrep is a strong assetProficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Knowledge of Canadian tax regulations is advantageousStrong planning, organization, and engagement control skillsClient-focused mindset with the ability to meet deadlinesRespectful interpersonal skills and aptitude for dealing with peopleAbility to work under pressure with good judgment and common senseProven problem-solving skills with the ability to propose effective solutionsStrong communication skills in English; bilingualism (English and French) is an assetIf you are interested in a great career opportunity with a growing, flexible and dynamic organization, please applyWelch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr