Senior Accountant, Assurance

Senior Accountant, Assurance (Review/Audit)

Location: Mississauga or Burlington

Role Type: Full Time, Hybrid

Posted: 1/7/2025

At Bateman MacKay (BMCA) we understand that a premier accounting Firm provides more than just high-quality accounting, tax, and business advisory services to their clients. It provides an engaging, supportive, and fun place to work. We explain it simply as Numbers Plus. Where the accounting and tax work is just the beginning of what we offer to clients, and a competitive salary and benefits are just the beginning of what we offer to our team members. We genuinely prioritize work-life harmony, allowing you to cultivate a sustainable career in public accounting while fully enjoying life outside the firm.

What you can expect from working at BMCA:

- Hybrid work model – benefiting from both remote and in-office environments
- Nine (9) Fridays off during July and August in lieu of tax season hours
- Competitive salary & benefits (including Company paid health, dental and vision premiums)
- RRSP Matching program & Wellness Incentive
- Professional development and mentoring from senior staff and Partners
- Referral Incentive Program for referring new clients and team members to the Firm
- Opportunity to join in-house committees: Charity – Social – Environmental
- Social events throughout the year (We like to celebrate)
- Healthy workplace with ergonomic workstations, unlimited coffee, tea and healthy snacks (and a few less healthy ones)

Responsibilities:

- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a primary point of contact and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services
- Lead planning meetings, prepare budgets, and execute on engagements with minimal support from Manager
- Review previous year’s file to understand client profile; drafting questions for client that may assist with file preparation and obtaining missing information/documentation
- Prepare new client files, ensuring client adherence to applicable standards
- Independently plan and execute audit and review engagements for clients including inventory counts, financial statements disclosures, and corporate tax returns
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to junior team members on engagements
- Identify complexities and/or risks in files and communicate them early in the workflow
- Manage various deadlines for files including bank reporting and tax filing requirements
- Prepare journal entries as required
- Review general ledger accounts for reasonability
- Interact with tax authorities regarding discrepancies
- Identify and research complex accounting issues
- Effectively manage multiple projects and monitor deadlines and budgets
- Proactively communicate with Managers/Partners on client engagements
- Arrange and present data using Excel, Word, CaseWare/CaseView
- Follow all policies and procedures of the Firm

Education and Experience:

Minimum of 3-5+ years experience working in an accounting role within a public accounting firm

Previous mentorship of Team Members (junior team members or co-ops) is an asset

Skills and Qualifications:

- Strong technical knowledge and experience with complex accounting and compliance
- Excellent knowledge of Canadian Accounting Standards (ASPE, IFRS, ASNPO, ASPP) and Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS)
- Thorough understanding of business concepts and government regulations
- Experience leading small audit and review engagements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Financial acumen, with the ability to manage budgets and monitor performance
- Proficient in MS Office and accounting software (e.g., CaseWare, TaxPrep)
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning
- CPA or enrolled in CPA program

Other Considerations:

- Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check is a requirement of this position
- Credit Check is a requirement of this position
- Must be legally qualified to work in Canada
- Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License and vehicle

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