Intermediate Accountant, Assurance

Intermediate Accountant, Assurance Full-Time | Hybrid Salary - $60k to $65K per annum Stern Cohen LLP is a rapidly growing, award-winning, public accounting firm at Yonge and St. Clair in Toronto. We focus exclusively on privately held businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Despite our 55+ year history, our approach is thoroughly modern (like our paperless office and use of cloud technologies). The Opportunity: Stern Cohen LLP is seeking a full-time Junior/Intermediate Accountant to join the Firm’s Assurance Team. The role focuses mainly on assurance, compilations, and tax engagements. This role will report directly to the team's managers and will interact regularly with all Stern Cohen partners, staff, and clients. Responsibilities: Audit and review engagements, including: Preparation and completion of planning documents and financial statements Recognition of accounting issues and cooperation with the manager/partner to create solutions Preparation of compilation engagements for owner-managed businesses in various industries Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, related checklists and additional tax filings Correspondence with clients, acquiring a strong understanding of clients’ businesses and proactively responding to and anticipating clients’ needs within approved budget and timelines Gain an appropriate level of personal and corporate tax knowledge Maintain and develop knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and updates Contribution to firm growth and community Qualifications: CPA designation or pursuing completion 2-3 of progressive experience in a public accounting practice Experience working with mid-market / small business / entrepreneurial clients is preferred Dedication to client service excellence and a drive to understand the clients' business and maintain good client relationships Excellent time management skills, including the ability to multitask, manage, and meet tight deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills Solid understanding of business professionalism and the ability to work in a team environment Proficiency and knowledge of accounting software, including Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, and Microsoft Office, including Excel Benefits of Working with Stern Cohen Stern Cohen Accountants is an award-winning Toronto accounting firm with a modern outlook and a strong reputation for world-class service and employee satisfaction. Stern Cohen’s values emphasize our commitment to work-life balance and to a collaborative culture that supports professional growth. A hybrid workplace with flexibility to work from home or from the office Flex hours and a real commitment to work-life balance Fridays off with pay in July and August 2 additional paid days during the winter holidays 8 personal days in addition to vacation time 2:00 p.m. closure on Fridays before every long weekend Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance, and educational assistance Professional development training, coaching, and support Advancement opportunities due to firm growth “Dress for your day” flexibility A modern cloud-based work environment using tools like Microsoft 365, Zoom, and Teams To Apply Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those whose qualifications closely match the role's requirements will be contacted. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, but humans make final decisions and judgments. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Stern Cohen offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Applicants selected for further consideration are encouraged to advise if accommodation is required.

The role involves performing audit, review, and compilation engagements for various clients while preparing personal and corporate tax filings. The accountant will also collaborate with managers and partners to resolve accounting issues and maintain strong client relationships.

Candidates must hold or be pursuing a CPA designation with 2-3 years of progressive experience in a public accounting practice. Proficiency in accounting software such as Caseware, TaxPrep, and Microsoft Office is required.

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Accident insurance • Educational assistance • Professional development training • Flex hours • Paid summer Fridays • Paid winter holidays • Personal days • Hybrid work environment

• Time managementPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• Audit
• Review engagements
• Financial statements
• Compilation engagements
• Tax returns
• Corporate tax
• Personal tax
• Caseware
• Caseview
• TaxPrep
• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• Time management
• Communication skills
• Client relations
• Accounting standards
• CaseWare Software Applications
• Public Accounting
• Microsoft 365
• Professionalism
• Zoom (Video Conferencing Tool)
• Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting
• Standard Accounting Practices
• Accounting Software
• Auditing
• Corporate Tax
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Financial Statements
• Microsoft Outlook
• Multitasking
• Coaching
• Time Management
• Tax Preparation
• Timelines
• Cloud Technologies
• Teamwork

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Insurance Account Assistant
• Accountant (General)
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week