Junior Accountant

Insight Global is looking for a Junior Accountant to join a growing public accounting firm in Bracebridge, ON on a full-time basis. This candidate is responsible for completing detailed reviews of compilation engagements and ensuring they meet the standards of CSRS 4200, as well as assisting with preparing and monitoring assurance engagements (reviews and audits).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Preparation of compilation engagements, ensuring they are complete and meet the standards.
2. Assist with preparing and monitoring assurance engagements (reviews and audits).
3. Ensure engagement is set up properly (correct engagement type, pre-acceptance, and knowledge of client completed).
4. Prepare engagement letter for partner to sign.
5. Detailed review of T1 personal tax returns an asset (but not required).
6. Ensure files are completed in a timely manner and on time.
7. Preparation of tax and information returns.
8. Prioritizing and budgeting time, documenting work performed and communicated.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

Required Skills & Experience:

1. 1-3 years public accounting experience.
2. CPA member in good standing or working towards CPA.
3. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, follow direction, and learn quickly.
4. Detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
5. Interact and communicate with clients and fellow staff members.
6. Experience with QuickBooks, Sage/Simply, Tax Cycle or CaseWare is beneficial.
7. Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Office).

Nice to Have Skills & Experience:

1. Experience working with small to medium sized owner-managed corporations and not-for-profit organizations.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.