Associate (Remote CPA Student)

remote
Any City, Any Province/Territory, Canada .
full-time . April 26, 2024

Description

ABOUT US

LiveCA LLP is one of Canada’s largest online Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA) firms with a community that spans from coast to coast.

At LiveCA, we’re committed to responsible growth - not just in size but in how we evolve our structures and processes. However, our core purpose will always remain the same: to ensure that every member of our team finds fulfillment not only in their work but in life’s other pursuits as well. We believe that while work is a vital component of a meaningful life, a truly meaningful life is rich with experiences that resonate deeply with you.

No matter what your role is here at LiveCA, you have the opportunity to make a significant impact, be proud of the work you accomplish, the people you support and the balance you maintain between your professional achievements and personal joys.

OUR CORE VALUES

Our core values are a reflection of the people who make up our team. When your personal values align with ours, you’ll find yourself more excited about the work you do.

Empathetic
Humbly Confident
Collaborative
Adaptable
Growth Oriented

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate role will be responsible for delivering a client-centric journey with a focus on creating a great client experience that results in happy clients who trust and value us. The Associate will do this by delivering quality work, providing good advice and being engaged, responsive, respectful, open to change and new ways of doing things, and responsive to feedback.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING, FINANCE AND TAX (80% OF TIME)

Complete year-end compilation engagements, including preparing working papers, financial statements, and letters.
Complete monthly and quarterly reconciliations, including review of the bookkeeping details and processes.
Prepare management, investor and board reporting, such as consolidated financial statements for corporate groups, budgets, cash flow forecasts and other analyses as required.
Complete general accounting tasks, including preparation of the monthly bookkeeping for some clients as directed by the Manager.
Prepare corporate tax returns, including federal and provincial filings for clients operating across multiple jurisdictions.
Prepare and file federal and provincial sales tax returns.
Prepare personal tax returns.
Prepare tax slips such as T4s, T5s, and other relevant slips as required.
Support the client’s payroll compliance requirements, which may include preparation or review of EHT filings, WSIB/WCB filings, payroll remittances reports, and other relevant payroll filings or related correspondence with CRA.
Support clients through year-end review and audit engagements, including liaising with the third-party assurance firm, preparing reconciliations, and responding to auditor inquiries.
Attending client meetings and supporting the team as directed by the Manager, which may include scheduling, preparing the agenda and taking notes, drafting and sending the meeting summary email and, in some cases, leading a client discussion.
Managing ad-hoc requests, questions and emails from both clients and fellow team members. This will include a responsibility to appropriately prioritize, ensure timely communication, and develop and foster relationships in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Working with dynamic and growing clients, other related duties may be assigned in support of client needs.

OTHER (20% OF TIME)

Provide vacation and other short-term leave work coverage for colleagues, as directed by the Manager.
Provide support and training to other Associates in areas such as software, workflows, and technical accounting, finance and tax.
Involvement in the hiring process, which may include participation in trial work days and interview process for candidates.
Contribute to innovation, which may include initiating process improvement, documenting new or updated procedures, developing standardized templates and collaborating with the larger team on such initiatives.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Post-secondary diploma required, BComm or equivalent.
Achievement of a CPA designation (or in progress) required.
Minimum 2 years of successful work experience in a similar position in a public accounting environment is an asset for all skill levels and a requirement for Senior Associate.
Knowledge of Canadian accounting frameworks (ASPE and IFRS), Canadian tax, and experience with assurance engagements is an asset for all skill levels and a requirement for Senior Associate.
Expert knowledge of, or demonstrated ability to quickly become comfortable with, various accounting programs, especially Xero and QuickBooks, is required.
High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office programs required.
Proficient with Google Suite of applications.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task competing priorities.
You have a passion for excellent client services.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with others towards a common goal.

Why LiveCA

Professional Growth: we support CPA students through financing courses and providing additional time off for exams. Once designated, CPAs are allotted a CPD budget, time off to complete professional development and have their professional dues covered by the firm.
Remote Friendly and Flexible Schedule: at LiveCA you are not tied to specific office hours. Our team has autonomy over when and how they work, as long as their team and clients continue to be supported.
PTO: 3 weeks vacation and 3 floating holidays per year for cultural or personal events that don’t fall within the statutory holiday calendar. All employees start with 10 paid Sick/Mental Health days.
Benefits: Extended health benefits and an additional $2000/year Health Spending Account for any other needs.
Tech Stipend: $150/month for at-home office/tech expense that falls outside of the equipment LiveCA provides to all employees.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

LiveCA is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs throughout the recruitment, assessment and selection process. If selected to participate in the process, please notify hr@liveca.ca of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

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