About this role
<div> <p>At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.</p> <p>We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.</p> <p>Join EY and help to build a better working world.</p> </div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>The opportunity</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">As an Assurance Senior Staff Accountant, you will be a professional member of the EY Private Client Services team. Together with our substantial investments in technology, knowledge, and learning resources for our audit professionals, you will be part of the team that delivers quality assurance services to our clients and their stakeholders.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Your key responsibilities</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">As an Assurance Senior Staff Accountant, you will focus exclusively on helping business owners and entrepreneurs take advantage of opportunities and address challenges unique to private companies. You will offer hands on personalized service of a boutique style firm coupled with the breadth of service offerings and brandy only a local network can provide.</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and establish expectations of value to be delivered.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Participate in performing audit procedures, especially focusing on complex and/or specialized issues.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Review of corporate tax returns; identify and propose solutions to corporate tax issues.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Collaborate to plan engagement objectives and an audit strategy that complies with professional standards and appropriately addresses risk.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Understand the client's industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Stay informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to the client.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Maintain cooperative relationships with other engagement teams.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Develop long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Skills and attributes for success</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Undergraduate degree in Accounting or related field</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Post-graduate diploma or degree in Accounting preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Enrolled and pursuing, or having obtained your Canadian CPA designation or reciprocal CPA/CA designation is mandatory</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in an accounting firm</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellent project management skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Advanced written and verbal communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">A dedication to teamwork and leadership</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Integrity within a professional environment</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Ideally, you’ll also have</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>What we look for</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.</span></p> <p>This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.</p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>What we offer you</strong></span></p> <p>We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:</p> <ul type="square"> <ul type="square"> <li><em>Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry</em></li> <li><em>Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career</em></li> <li><em>The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you</em></li> </ul> </ul> <p>EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.</p> <p>Toronto: $73,000 - $92,000</p> <p> </p> <p>Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.</p> <p>To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any accommodations you may need.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Inclusiveness at EY</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.</p> <p>Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness at <a title="https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity" href="https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.ey.com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity</a></p><p><strong>EY</strong> | Building a better working world</p> <p>EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.</p> <p>Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.</p> <p>EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.</p> <div> <p> </p> </div> <p>At EY, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as one element of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and improve the candidate experience. While AI supports us in our process, human judgment and decision-making remain integral in our candidate experience. We are committed to the responsible use of AI, and our practices are continuously reviewed and refined to ensure they align with the highest ethical principles and regulatory requirements.</p> <p>To all recruitment agencies: EY does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior agreement or request from our hiring team will not be considered. EY is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.</p>