Intermediate Accountant (Tax Focus)

at  Zeifmans

ABOUT US

Zeifmans is a tax, accounting and consulting firm that understands clients’ needs and the full range of solutions available. We work within the rules to make the rules work for our clients. We give straightforward, intelligent advice that consistently add to our clients’ bottom lines.
As a member of Zeifmans’ dedicated team, you will acquire a deep knowledge of the personal and business needs and goals of our clients. You can provide candid counsel on a wide range of issues, including tax, complex accounting, restructuring, acquisitions, IPOs and more. You will benefit equally from the experience and judgment of our senior leaders and the sharp, innovative thinking of our young associates.

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

• Three or more years of public accounting experience with demonstrated experience in accounting and tax

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong interest in tax work, and desire for a career in tax
• Teamwork and the ability to support team goals
• Strong commitment to quality and accuracy
• Completion of a University Accounting Degree and completion of CPA designation or at lease substantial progress thereto
• Knowledge of ASPE, IFRS and CAS to be able to complete complex areas of an engagement
• Experience with ASPE required, IFRS an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate with external clients
• Possess strong project management skills and organization, with the ability to manage multiple engagements simultaneously
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Caseware, Jazz-it, Tax Prep, QuickBooks and Simply Accounting

• Independent completion of small audit, review and compilation files and related tax preparation;
• Prepare and review personal, corporate tax returns along with other tax information forms;
• Correspond with tax authorities on tax audits and appeals;
• Prepare various election forms, with guidance;
• Develop and implement strategies for clients to capitalize on business opportunities, with guidance;
• Identify and document tax filing positions including risk analysis, with guidance;
• Research tax issues and document this research, with guidance;
• Contribute to client satisfaction by providing clients with quality, timely and responsive services and work products;
• Discuss simple to moderately complex tax issues with the engagement team and client management;
• Keep informed of current tax developments and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situations;
• Prepare practical and effective approaches to the client’s tax situation and arrive at appropriate conclusions, with guidance ;
• Review tax provisions, corporate tax filings, and information returns;
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic tax planning; actively identifying, evaluating and resolving tax risks and exposures;
• Build on technical competence by keeping up to date on tax developments and applying them in practical situations;
• May support and coach junior staff members or staff accountants on the team.