Senior Accountant
At IFTL Chartered Professional Accountants, we focus on assisting owner managed businesses make
informed decisions, from business planning to corporate reorganizations we are there for our clients
every step of the way. We have an office environment that that provides work-life flexibility, encourages
staff recognition and development and knowns how to wind down and have fun together including
office BBQs, apple picking and community involvement events. If you are passionate about client service
and being part of a team that recognizes your contribution, then joining our team at IFTL Chartered
Professional Accountants might be the right choice for you!
Our firm has been working with business owners in the Annapolis Valley and beyond for over 30 years.
Our team of CPAs, technicians and administrative staff are rich in experience and collaborative in
practice. We work with our clients, during the exciting start up phase; navigating the changing business
environment through a company’s growth to maturity; or assisting when it is time to wind down; we
collaborate with our clients so they can focus on their business while we provide support along the way.
As the ideal candidate for this position, you will have one to two years experience in public practice and
possess either an undergraduate degree or diploma in accounting or finance. You will like mentoring
junior staff, and developing processes in the areas of scheduling, organizing, and supervising. Currently
pursuing your CPA designation is an asset.
You will also possess:
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Aptitude with computer applications, including experience with Excel, Sage (Simply), QuickBooks and
Intuit Profile
Your role will include the following tasks and skills:
• Build trust, and relationships with clients
• Effectively communicate with clients in a timely manner
• Oversee junior staff, and take responsibility for project and task assignment and management
• Provide training and assistance to technicians, CPA students, co-op students and others
• Prepare and review working paper files, corporate tax returns and financial statements with accuracy
and proficiency
• Efficiently prepare and review T1 individual tax returns and associated business activity schedules
• Collaborate with other team members to provide the best solutions for our clients
• Demonstrate strong project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with other team
members
Apply for this engaging career opportunity today! Please forward your cover letter and resume to
Elizabeth Benoit at elizabeth@iftl.ca We appreciate all applications but advise that only those
who are considered for interviews will be informed.