Senior Accountant

Vlad Alyokhin, CPA, Professional Corporation (“VAPC”) is a full-service tax, accounting and consulting firm based in Toronto, Canada. We work with a wide range of clients including entrepreneurs, start-ups, private businesses, owner-managers, Canada-US cross border clients and high net worth individuals to help them with tax efficient strategies. Our services include accounting and assurance, Canadian personal and corporate tax, GST/HST, payroll and US personal and corporate tax.

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team to work from our Etobicoke office (Hwy 401 and 427).

What you can expect to gain valuable experience on:

• Preparation and review of corporate income tax returns (T2);
• Preparation and review of compilation engagements (NTR);
• Preparation and review of personal income tax returns (T1);
• Preparation of U.S. Personal Tax returns (1040) and applicable state returns;
• Preparation of U.S. Corporate Tax returns (1120, 1120-S, and 1120-F) and applicable state returns;
• Review of various information returns such as T4s, T5s, T4As, NR4s, and others;
• Assisting with CRA reviews, audits, and other ad hoc projects;
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior staff members;
• Performing tax research and assisting with tax planning opportunities;
• Communicating directly with clients regarding accounting and tax matters.

What you bring to VAPC:

• Minimum of 5 years of tax and accounting experience with a Canadian CPA firm is required; U.S. tax experience is required;
• Strong knowledge of accounting softwares, including QuickBooks, CaseWare, TaxPrep, and CCH Axcess;
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word;
• Strong project management and organizational skills;
• CPA designation or actively pursuing completion of the designation;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple engagements simultaneously;
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills;
• Positive attitude and desire to learn and grow professionally;
• Excellent communication skills — interpersonal, verbal, and written.