Staff Accountant

Connelly & Koshy is a firm of Chartered Professional Accountants and business consultants based in Ottawa, Ontario. Founded in 1968, the firm is dedicated to providing first-class professional services with a high degree of personal attention.

Our partners and professional staff have unique backgrounds and diversified skills. We are committed to a team-based approach to client services and to building strong, effective client-accountant relationships. Our objectives are to provide our clients with high-quality services at a competitive price, to contribute to their profitability, and to minimize their taxes while maximizing their net worth.

Currently, Connelly & Koshy is looking to fill the position of Staff Accountant. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for preparing personal and corporate tax returns and compiling financial statements, while optimizing our clients’ financial positions. The successful candidate will have and continue to deepen a solid understanding of Canadian tax laws, excellent analytical skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service.

Please note that this is an onsite position based in our Ottawa, Ontario office. Occasional travel may be required.

Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules for tax purposes.
• Prepare and review working paper files for federal and provincial tax returns for individuals, corporations, trusts and partnerships.
• Stay updated on changes to Canadian tax laws and regulations and accounting principles.
• Provide tax planning and advisory services to clients, optimizing their tax positions and identifying opportunities for savings.
• Collaborate with clients to gather necessary information.
• Respond to CRA inquiries and assist with tax audits.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all tax-related activities.
• All other duties as assigned and required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills (written, oral and presentation), excellent interpersonal and management skills.
• Working knowledge of the Income Tax Act and associated laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative mindset.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience

• At least 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in public accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced with Caseware, Tax Prep, QuickBooks and SAGE would be considered an asset.

At Connelly & Koshy, we understand that a work environment is about far more than a pay cheque. We offer a work life balance with our staff. We believe in and encourage a balanced lifestyle that includes a commitment to both work and family. In addition to two weeks of vacation in your first year, employees get Friday afternoons off in July and August plus we offer a number of social activities during the year.

We offer a competitive salary, a team environment where the partners are always accessible and committed to your professional development.

At Connelly & Koshy, we know that learning never stops. We not only cover your professional membership fees, we also offer assistance for students pursuing a professional accounting designation.

Connelly & Koshy is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

We thank everyone in advance for their interest, however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nepean, ON K2H 1B2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Please tell us about your experience with preparing federal and provincial tax returns for individuals, corporations, trusts and partnerships.

Work Location: In person