Senior Accountant – Public Accounting

Are you an experienced accountant who enjoys working directly with clients, solving problems, and being involved in more than just one area of accounting? Join our team at a growing public accounting firm located in the heart of Wetaskiwin.

We are seeking a motivated Senior Accountant who is ready to take ownership of client files, work closely with our team and partners, and provide practical accounting and tax advice to individuals and owner-managed businesses.

About Us

Asset Accounting Group LLP is a local accounting firm dedicated to serving individuals, families, farms, and businesses in Wetaskiwin and surrounding communities. We pride ourselves on providing personalized, skilled service while building long-term relationships with our clients.

As a smaller firm, we offer the opportunity to work on a wide variety of files and be involved in all aspects of our clients' accounting and tax needs. You'll work directly with clients, junior staff, and partners in a supportive environment where your experience, ideas, and contributions are valued.

As a Senior Accountant, your responsibilities will include:

Accounting & Financial Reporting

- Preparing and reviewing year-end working paper files and financial statements for owner-managed businesses
- Preparing compilation engagements in accordance with applicable professional standards
- Reviewing general ledgers and identifying required adjusting entries
- Reviewing bookkeeping and accounting records for accuracy and completeness
- Identifying accounting issues and working with clients and partners to resolve them
- Managing multiple client files and ensuring engagements are completed accurately and efficiently
- Assisting clients with accounting systems, processes, and bookkeeping questions

Taxation

- Preparing and reviewing corporate income tax returns
- Preparing and reviewing personal income tax returns
- Preparing other tax filings and information returns as required
- Identifying tax planning opportunities and discussing recommendations with partners and clients
- Assisting with CRA correspondence, reviews,



and client inquiries
- Staying current with changes to Canadian tax legislation and accounting standards
- Recognizing issues that require additional research or partner involvement

Client Relations & Advisory

- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients
- Communicating directly with clients to obtain information, answer questions, and discuss accounting and tax matters
- Taking the time to understand each client's business and overall financial situation
- Providing practical advice and solutions tailored to the needs of owner-managed businesses
- Identifying opportunities where the firm can provide additional value or services
- Communicating complex accounting and tax matters in a way clients can easily understand
- Providing exceptional client service and timely follow-up

Team Leadership & Development

- Reviewing work completed by junior accountants and providing constructive feedback
- Mentoring and assisting junior team members with technical questions and file preparation
- Sharing knowledge and contributing to the development of the accounting team
- Working collaboratively with partners and other team members to manage workflow and deadlines
- Participating in the development and improvement of internal systems and processes
- Taking ownership of assigned files from initial planning through completion

Think you've got what it takes to be a Senior Accountant? Here are a few more boxes we're hoping you can tick:

- 3+ years of public accounting experience
- CPA designation or significant progress toward obtaining a CPA designation preferred
- Experience preparing corporate and personal income tax returns
- Experience preparing compilation engagements and year-end working paper files




- Strong understanding of Canadian accounting and taxation principles
- Experience working with owner-managed businesses, farms, and individual clients is an asset
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple files, priorities, and deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable communicating directly with clients
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to ask questions or involve a partner
- Willingness to mentor and support junior team members
- Takes initiative, accepts responsibility, and follows files through to completion
- Demonstrates sound judgment when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, small-firm environment where everyone pitches in
- Experience with CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar accounting and tax software is an asset
- Available to work additional hours during peak tax filing periods, particularly February through June

Why Join Asset Accounting Group LLP?

At a smaller public accounting firm, you aren't limited to one narrow area of practice. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with clients, see files from beginning to end, develop your tax and accounting knowledge, and play an important role in the continued growth of the firm.

We offer a collaborative environment where you'll work closely with partners and team members, build meaningful relationships with clients, and have the opportunity to grow professionally as your experience develops.

Join our team as a Senior Accountant and build a career where your expertise, ideas, and relationships with clients make a difference. Apply today to become part of Asset Accounting Group LLP.

Pay: $40,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Accountant - public accounting (Canada)
🏢 Asset Accounting Group
📍 Canada