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    Senior Audit Accountant - Edmonton, AB, Canada - Kaizen Lab Inc.

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    The Firm

    Hey,
    we're glad you found this We are the HGA Group. What
    started as an accounting firm quickly evolved into the ultimate entrepreneurial
    resource centre: the first of its kind in Alberta.

    Our
    team is innovative, highly skilled, and highly collaborative. We believe that
    bringing together every major resource that business owners need to succeed
    under a single banner, driven by the singular purpose to give entrepreneurs the
    resources they need, is the key to maximizing the potential of Alberta's
    entrepreneurs.

    In
    a sea of professional service providers, it is our mission to do things
    differently, to break from the norm, and help people build their dreams— not
    only those of our clients, but our team's. We want to help you grow, develop,
    and enjoy the career that you have always wanted. Most importantly though, we
    want you to live the life you have always wanted.

    Our
    employees drive the success of the HGA Group, and that means we pride ourselves
    in empowering our employees to grow with us. The HGA Group gives employees so
    many opportunities to learn and develop their skills. We welcome you to the
    team knowing that you are looking to grow your toolkit and make an impact. It
    all starts here at the HGA Group.

    We
    love what we do, and you will too.

    The Role

    Reporting to the Managers, the Senior Audit Accountant
    is responsible for delivering a range of public accounting services to a
    variety of clients, on time and on budget. The Senior Designated Accountant will
    also be responsible for reviewing client files prepared by Staff Accountants
    and leading audit engagements.

    Act as a resource in developing Staff Accountants by
    sharing a wealth of skills and knowledge. The successful candidate will value teamwork
    and constantly seek to achieve personal and team-oriented growth. This position
    provides technical expertise and advises clients on financial and strategic
    business planning, by utilizing strong business acumen and the ability to
    develop and maintain positive client relationships.

    Key Duties & Responsibilities

    • Supervising the preparation of financial statements of business
      clients, reviewing the work of Staff Accountants, and completing complex
      portions of the file
    • Maintaining high
      quality control by overseeing and reviewing compilation, review, and audit
      engagements
    • Preparing
      T4's, T5's, personal income tax returns, and other tax returns and
      schedules, as required
    • Maintaining
      client files to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns and
      schedules
    • Analyzing
      complex financial reports and records
    • Making
      recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets and
      expenditures
    • Performing
      variance analyses and preparing account reconciliations
    • Ensuring
      timely follow-up on notices of assessment
    • Assisting
      with financial and strategic planning for businesses, income tax planning,
      and estate planning
    • Assisting
      clients with the acquisition and sale of businesses
    • Assisting with reviewing Corporate, Personal and Trust income tax
      returns and other tax forms
    • Reviewing, investigating and correcting discrepancies and
      irregularities in financial entries and reports

    § Performing
    technical research

    • Assisting the
      managers with managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring their needs are
      met and that relationships and accounts grow and develop
    • Other ad hoc projects
      (process improvement, best practices) as required
    • Conducting any and all other duties assigned

    Qualifications

    Education & Experience:

    § Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (i.e., B.Com., B.BA., etc.

    § Comprehensive
    experience in compilation, review, and audit preparation

    § Experience leading
    and supervising staff is an asset

    Skills
    & Knowledge:

    § Knowledge of
    Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

    § Knowledge of relevant accounting frameworks and file documentation best
    practices

    § Knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)

    § Knowledge of Canadian Audit Standards (CAS)

    § Knowledge of Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations
    (ASNPO)

    § Proficient in Caseware and Profile

    § Strong business acumen

    § Strong computer skills (especially in Microsoft Office)

    Competencies:

    § Focused on client
    service orientation

    § Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

    § Strong awareness of attention to detail

    § Ability to solve problems independently and use judgement to
    raise awareness of challenging/complex issues

    § Proven ability in results management

    § Ability to operate in a cooperative environment, with a team
    orientated mindset

    § Excellent
    interpersonal skills, and ability to translate this into mentorship

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