This career listing is now CLOSED and applications for this position are no longer being accepted.
Avail CPA is a unique and innovative team pursuing excellence in a fun environment. We truly care about our people. our clients, and our communities.
As the only independent owned regional CPA firm in Southern Alberta, we have the expertise to provide solutions for clients of any size and complexity in any industry. With over 85 years of history, 140 amazing team members in 7 offices, we create a positively different experience for our clients.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage annual audits for our not-for-profit group from planning to completion
- Ensure adherence to best practices and professional standards
- Actively participate in planning, organizing, executing, and ensuring timely completion
- Participate in implementing non-profit strategic initiatives.
- Conduct in-depth research on accounting framework and standards
- Providing partner and team member support.
- Successfully delegate tasks to team members at all levels
- Flexibility to complete additional ad-hoc assignments as required
- Foster open communication channels to better understand client needs and expectations
- Coach and train CPA candidates to address specific strengths and areas for growth
- Organize regular feedback sessions to track progress and provide constructive guidance for improvement
Competencies
- Canadian CPA or equivalent international certification
- 7+ years in assurance within public accounting.
- Proficiency in diverse accounting frameworks (CAS, NPO, and Public Sector), CaseWare, Microsoft Office, and Tax Prep software.
- Proven expertise in client relationship-building, understanding non-profit dynamics, and fostering effective communication and collaboration among clients, team members, and partners for successful engagement outcomes
- Strong ability to prioritize workloads, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Values teamwork, client/customer service, professionalism, quality in detailed work, community involvement, personal and professional growth
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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