Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group

Who we areYou know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone's friendly and helps each other out? That's like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we're all professionals and there isn't a mayor or a general store. What we're trying to say is that we're a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That's what's most important to us. We're building a thriving organization that's purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.A career in Assurance with Doane Grant Thornton will provide you an opportunity to: Work with a team of professionals who assist businesses in specific industry sectors with a wide range of accounting, regulatory and advisory servicesBe part of a unique work culture that challenges you to further your professional development and enlarge your chosen career pathBe part of a fast-growing environment with engaged professionals who are respected in their fieldsDevelop solutions with clients and co-workers through collaborative debate and discussionBe engaged with clients on a variety of local and national projectsWe are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented team-player to join us. You are committed to providing the highest level of service to our clients and helping us build our reputation as the preferred business advisors in our marketplace. You have a proven ability to execute on deliverables in a deadline-driven environment and thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and complex setting.Key attributes include a strong sense of urgency, a quick learning ability, and a self-starting attitude that exudes a "can do" mentality. You should possess a good understanding of team dynamics and cohesion. Additionally, a desire to learn and grow, and to be an integral part of a high-performing team, is essential.As a Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group your responsibilities will include: Working closely with clients and providing exceptional client serviceProviding solutions to our clients on current business and financial issuesPlanning, preparation and execution of financial statements for review engagements and compilations with appropriate note disclosuresPlanning and preparation of working paper files for review engagements and compilationsPreparation and filing of personal and corporate tax returnsProviding mentorship and training to junior team membersDoane Grant ThorntonIf you're a bit like us, you're driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts "we before me", where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you'll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that's when the magic happensWant to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues' stories at Think you've got what it takes to be a Senior Accountant, Privately Held Business Group? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we're also hoping you can tick: Possession of a University Degree or Diploma with a concentration in AccountingMinimum 3 years of experience in public practice, in accounting and for small to medium-sized owner-managed businessesRelevant professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experienceStrong commitment to excellence and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsProven problem solver with solid analytical skillsStrong technical experience in accounting and taxStrong working knowledge of MS Office suite and ability to grasp new technology toolsExperience with Caseware, Taxprep and QuickBooks is an assetAt Doane Grant Thornton we're focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That's our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.What's in it for you?Profit sharing, Flex days, RRSP contributions, Firmwide holiday closure, Wellness benefits, Concierge-like benefits, Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and moreOur special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That's why we're working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week. Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?">Doane Grant Thornton is committed to employment equity, human rights and respectful workplace principles throughout the life cycle of employment, including at the recruitment and hiring stages. We welcome applications from members of all equity deserving groups, including persons with disabilities, women, racialized and/or Indigenous applicants. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.