Senior Accountant, Business Services

Cassar Business Services Inc. is a growth-oriented accounting, tax, and advisory firm, proudly serving small and medium-sized businesses in communities across GTA. We are passionate about developing our people, creating opportunities that align with your career aspirations, and supporting you in reaching your full potential.

We are seeking an experienced and driven professional to join our team as an Senior Accountant, Business Services at our Oakville office. As a key leader within the firm, you will play an integral role in driving client success, fostering a culture of excellence, and contributing to the continued growth of our organization.

Why work for Cassar BSI?

Cassar BSI provides small businesses with high-quality accounting services and trusted business advice to help them make informed decisions to improve their profitability, smooth cash flow, and reduce taxes.

We welcome new ideas, encourage learning and professional development, and reward achievement. We offer challenging work and competitive compensation and benefits.

It is anticipated that this position will be hybrid, with a mix of in-person office and remote days each week. There will also be in-person training opportunities at our office in Downtown Oakville, ON.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

  • Managing a sizable client portfolio
  • Performing full cycle accounting with assistance from junior staff members in a timely manner
  • Preparing and administering payroll using Wagepoint, ADP TeamPay, and Ceridian
  • Reviewing and/or preparing period end financial statements and management reporting and distributing accounting tasks amongst team
  • Frequently communicating with clients, responding to questions, concerns, and requests
  • Reviewing and/or preparing government remittances such as payroll deductions, EHT, and WSIB
  • Training, coaching and development of junior bookkeepers/accountants
  • On-boarding of new clients, setting up new QuickBooks Online files and/or taking over of previous books
  • Reviewing year-end request packages to be sent to staff accountants
  • Working hours as required during peak business volume periods, such as period-end and year-end

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Minimum of 4 years of previous experience in a similar accounting-related role (i.e., producing financial statements)
  • Previous experience at a public accounting firm
  • High level of proficiency using QuickBooks Online, Hubdoc, Plooto and payroll systems such as Wagepoint, ADP TeamPay, and Ceridian PowerPay
  • Previous experience administering payroll and filing of government remittances
  • High level of proficiency using Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Detail and deadline oriented
  • A passion for mentorship and team development.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Effective communicator – polite, respectful, empathetic and honest
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing deadlines

Education

  • Post-secondary degree/diploma in accounting or related field
  • CPA designation is an asset

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Paid vacation and sick pay
  • A collaborative, supportive team with opportunities for growth

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume and cover letter outlining how you have the right skills for the job to admin@cassarbsi.com

We are looking forward to hearing from you!

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • On-site parking
  • Work from home

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON L6J 3G5