About the role
Senior Accountant
Are you a skilled accounting professional ready to step into a leadership role? We’re seeking a Senior Accountant who thrives in a client-focused, collaborative environment and wants to make an impact while guiding and mentoring a growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to lead audit and tax engagements, work directly with business owners, and grow professionally in a dynamic setting.
Responsibilities:
- Lead audit engagements from start to finish for small to mid-sized businesses and professional corporations
- Manage risk assessments, internal controls evaluation, fieldwork, and preparation of audited financial statements
- Review complex corporate, personal, and trust tax returns prepared by your team, ensuring compliance with current regulations
- Provide strategic tax guidance, including estate and succession planning for owner-managed businesses
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate staff accountants, providing constructive feedback and professional development
- Conduct year-end client meetings, presenting financial statements and sharing insights on audit and tax findings
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, anticipating needs and identifying opportunities for added value
- Draft client communications and internal technical memos on accounting and tax matters
- Stay up to date on accounting standards, tax legislation, and industry best practices
- Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and client service
Requirements:
- CPA designation in good standing
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a Canadian public accounting firm, with strong audit and assurance experience
- Proven ability to manage and lead audit files independently
- Solid knowledge of Canadian accounting (ASPE) and tax standards
- Experience working directly with business owners and high-net-worth clients
- LLQP license is an asset, or willingness to obtain
- Proficiency with accounting software such as CaseWare, TaxCycle, QuickBooks, or similar tools
- U.S. tax knowledge is a bonus but not required
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to handle multiple deadlines
- Strategic thinker with a solutions-oriented approach Committed to long-term growth and leadership opportunities
This is a chance to step into a senior role where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes an impact, and your career can grow. You’ll work closely with clients, mentor a talented team, and help shape the firm’s future, all while building your own professional trajectory.
If you’re a motivated accounting professional ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you!
About Finlink Group
Finlink Group is the leading niche Accounting & Payroll recruitment firm in Canada. We are a local firm based out of Mississauga Ontario. We focus on recruiting and nurturing the very best talent, specializing in the acquisition of high performing Accounting & Payroll talent across a variety of industries.
With a wealth of practical Accounting industry experience and an unwavering commitment to excellence, our team of expert recruiters work tirelessly to source, assess, and place the best candidates for our clients' needs. Our tailored approach to recruitment ensures that we are able to provide bespoke solutions that truly meet the unique needs of each client. Whether you are seeking a new role or looking to fill a key position within your organization, Finlink Accounting and Finance Recruitment is the trusted partner you can rely on for exceptional results GUARANTEED.
Office: 416-639-2412 | 2233 Argentia Rd. Suite 302, Mississauga ON
Our dedicated Accounting team specialize in placing experienced Accounting & Finance candidates into roles such as: • Accounting Managers • Controllers • Director of Finance • VP of Finance • Senior Financial Analyst • FP&A Manager
Our dedicated Payroll team specialize in placing experienced Payroll Professionals into roles like: • Payroll Managers • Payroll Specialists • Payroll Supervisors • Payroll Administrators
WHERE DO WE COVER?
Toronto | Mississauga | Brampton | Markham | North York | Oakville | Burlington | Milton | Scarborough | Montreal | Vaughan | Waterloo | Kitchener | Calgary | Hamilton | Guelph | Ottawa | Vancouver
We aim to make a positive impact on every client and candidate we service - from the initial call and introduction through to the final delivery, we want our clients and candidates to feel they have had a beneficial and productive experience.
If you’re looking to start your journey in sourcing talent or finding your dream job you’ll need a passionate, motivated team of experts to guide you.
About the role
Senior Accountant
Are you a skilled accounting professional ready to step into a leadership role? We’re seeking a Senior Accountant who thrives in a client-focused, collaborative environment and wants to make an impact while guiding and mentoring a growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to lead audit and tax engagements, work directly with business owners, and grow professionally in a dynamic setting.
Responsibilities:
- Lead audit engagements from start to finish for small to mid-sized businesses and professional corporations
- Manage risk assessments, internal controls evaluation, fieldwork, and preparation of audited financial statements
- Review complex corporate, personal, and trust tax returns prepared by your team, ensuring compliance with current regulations
- Provide strategic tax guidance, including estate and succession planning for owner-managed businesses
- Mentor and support junior and intermediate staff accountants, providing constructive feedback and professional development
- Conduct year-end client meetings, presenting financial statements and sharing insights on audit and tax findings
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, anticipating needs and identifying opportunities for added value
- Draft client communications and internal technical memos on accounting and tax matters
- Stay up to date on accounting standards, tax legislation, and industry best practices
- Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and client service
Requirements:
- CPA designation in good standing
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a Canadian public accounting firm, with strong audit and assurance experience
- Proven ability to manage and lead audit files independently
- Solid knowledge of Canadian accounting (ASPE) and tax standards
- Experience working directly with business owners and high-net-worth clients
- LLQP license is an asset, or willingness to obtain
- Proficiency with accounting software such as CaseWare, TaxCycle, QuickBooks, or similar tools
- U.S. tax knowledge is a bonus but not required
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to handle multiple deadlines
- Strategic thinker with a solutions-oriented approach Committed to long-term growth and leadership opportunities
This is a chance to step into a senior role where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes an impact, and your career can grow. You’ll work closely with clients, mentor a talented team, and help shape the firm’s future, all while building your own professional trajectory.
If you’re a motivated accounting professional ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you!
About Finlink Group
Finlink Group is the leading niche Accounting & Payroll recruitment firm in Canada. We are a local firm based out of Mississauga Ontario. We focus on recruiting and nurturing the very best talent, specializing in the acquisition of high performing Accounting & Payroll talent across a variety of industries.
With a wealth of practical Accounting industry experience and an unwavering commitment to excellence, our team of expert recruiters work tirelessly to source, assess, and place the best candidates for our clients' needs. Our tailored approach to recruitment ensures that we are able to provide bespoke solutions that truly meet the unique needs of each client. Whether you are seeking a new role or looking to fill a key position within your organization, Finlink Accounting and Finance Recruitment is the trusted partner you can rely on for exceptional results GUARANTEED.
Office: 416-639-2412 | 2233 Argentia Rd. Suite 302, Mississauga ON
Our dedicated Accounting team specialize in placing experienced Accounting & Finance candidates into roles such as: • Accounting Managers • Controllers • Director of Finance • VP of Finance • Senior Financial Analyst • FP&A Manager
Our dedicated Payroll team specialize in placing experienced Payroll Professionals into roles like: • Payroll Managers • Payroll Specialists • Payroll Supervisors • Payroll Administrators
WHERE DO WE COVER?
Toronto | Mississauga | Brampton | Markham | North York | Oakville | Burlington | Milton | Scarborough | Montreal | Vaughan | Waterloo | Kitchener | Calgary | Hamilton | Guelph | Ottawa | Vancouver
We aim to make a positive impact on every client and candidate we service - from the initial call and introduction through to the final delivery, we want our clients and candidates to feel they have had a beneficial and productive experience.
If you’re looking to start your journey in sourcing talent or finding your dream job you’ll need a passionate, motivated team of experts to guide you.