SUMMARY

Shimmerman Penn is a mid-sized public accounting firm whose clients are predominantly private enterprises from various industries. The firm’s primary focus is building lasting client relationships through which we advise on a range of diverse business issues, in addition to providing core accounting and assurance and tax compliance services. We are an active member of PrimeGlobal, an international network of private accounting firms, enabling us to offer our clients the strength and capabilities of a large worldwide organization with technical depth and geographic reach while providing a personal and customized service.

The Senior Accountant role reports directly to a Manager or Senior Manager and requires a minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience, as well as the CPA designation. This role requires strong analytical and problem solving skills, a team oriented approach and the ability to work independently, strong communication skills, as well as the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax

• Preparation of corporate tax returns
• Preparation of personal tax returns
• Knowledge of tax planning for shareholder remuneration
• Knowledge of tax planning for associated groups including inter-company transactions.

Notice to Reader Engagements

• Peparation of working paper files with high level of complexity
• Process files with a significant number of complex journal entries
• Preparation of complete financial statements with minimal changes required
• Knowledge of accounting for investment transactions
• Correspond directly with client staff to obtain required information
• Follow up on any enquiries from Supervisor, Manager or Partner.

Assurance Engagements (ASPE and IFRS Exposure)

• Process audit tasks with high level of complexity
• Assist with audit planning
• Prepare review engagements with high level complexity
• Complete drafts of financial statements with standard note disclosure and identify need for additional non-standard note disclosure
• Provide guidance to junior and intermediate staff
• Liaise with client staff during engagement.

Use of the Following Software Required

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Adobe Acrobat XI Pro
• Caseware/Caseview Working Papers
• CCH Taxprep - T1, T2, T3 and Forms
• CCH Document Manager
• XCM Project Manager.

Other Skills

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with both clients and peers
• Strong planning and organizational skills with a results oriented approach and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a paperless environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• CPA designation
• 3 years of public accounting experience.

Benefits

• Seasonal flex-work schedule
• Access to professional development courses and customized training.