Senior Accountant – Canadian Audit, Review Engagements

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🕒 October 3

🇨🇦 Canada – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

💲 Accountant / Accounting

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📋 Description

• Complete Canadian Review Engagements under CSRE 2400 from planning through completion • Perform small and micro Audit Engagements from start to finish where applicable • Assist with or independently complete larger and more complex Audit and Review Engagements • Perform analytical, substantive, inquiry, and other engagement procedures • Identify unusual transactions, accounting issues, inconsistencies, and assurance risks • Apply professional skepticism and judgment when evaluating financial information and management explanations • Prepare clear, complete, well-organized working papers requiring minimal review comments • Complete and maintain CaseWare/Jazzit files and PEG checklists • Identify issues requiring escalation and communicate them to the engagement team • Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules for Canadian private companies and not-for-profit organizations • Apply ASPE and ASNPO requirements • Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances or unusual balances • Review general ledger accounts, adjusting entries, supporting documentation, and financial information • Support engagement planning, risk assessment, completion procedures, and documentation • Communicate with clients to obtain information, resolve queries, and follow up on outstanding items • Manage multiple engagements while meeting deadlines and quality expectations • Work directly with Canadian CPA firms across different industries

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field • 3–6 years of hands-on experience in Canadian public accounting • Hands-on experience with Canadian Review Engagements, including CSRE 2400, is required • Audit experience is preferred; experience with both Audit and Review Engagements preferred • Experience completing small/micro Audit or Review Engagements independently • Strong understanding of CSRE 2400 and Canadian assurance practices • Working knowledge of Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS), ASPE, and/or ASNPO • Experience preparing financial statements and engagement working papers • Proficiency in CaseWare/Jazzit; PEG checklists preferred • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite • QuickBooks Online or other Canadian accounting software experience is an advantage • Knowledge of internal controls and risk assessment concepts • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Professional skepticism and accounting judgment • Strong attention to detail and documentation standards • Strong written and verbal English communication skills • Ability to work independently and manage multiple client engagements and deadlines • CPA/CA designation or actively pursuing CPA preferred • Experience working directly with Canadian CPA firms preferred • Experience with ASPE and ASNPO engagements preferred • Experience with not-for-profit organizations is an advantage • Stable broadband internet connection; mobile hotspot not permitted • Reliable power backup (UPS/Inverter) • Dedicated home office/workspace

🏖️ Benefits

• Permanent work from home • Five-day work week • Health insurance • Career growth opportunities • Supportive and collaborative team environment • Good work-life balance • Company-provided laptop • Ongoing professional development opportunities • Exposure to Canadian accounting and assurance standards • Flexible permanent remote work

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