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Administrative Assistant

Aug 23,2022 Leave a comment By Segal GCSE LLP

Segal GCSE LLP is a rapidly growing mid-size accounting, tax and business advisory firm situated in midtown Toronto. Our firm is committed to growth by investing in our team, providing continuous learning and a positive, supportive work environment, all with a focus on providing clients best in class client service.

Responsibilities

Format, proofread and assemble compilation, review and audited financial statements using Caseware/Caseview and the tasks related to the preparation and assembly of financial statement packages.
Preparation of financial statements, trusts and other annual filing and reports for clients.
E-file corporate tax returns and monitor status and acknowledgements.
Supporting processes to ensure accurate client and engagement management data and filing engagement documentation a paperless environment.
Generate and finalize work in process and billing for multiple partners and managers.
As a part of the service team, responsible for supporting the firm’s partners and first-line client service including responding to team and client inquiries.
Prepare and edit reports, proposals, marketing materials and other communications.
General administrative functions including occasional back-up for Operations team as required during year
Relieve Receptionist, as necessary.
Provide general administrative support to partners and team members.
Other duties, as required.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience in a public accounting firm.
Graduate of an Office Administration Program, or the equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience creating charts and diagrams with Visio an asset.
Demonstrated proficiency with Caseware, Caseview and TaxPrep or similar software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including spelling, grammatical and proof-reading ability.
Superior organization and time management skills.
Good judgement and analytical skills, with a focus on attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to effectively work with others by sharing information and providing peers with assistance as needed.
Experience working with professionals in a fast-paced environment, with tight deadlines.
Flexible and able to work overtime during peak periods.
Strives to deliver an exceptional client service experience.

This position represents a significant opportunity for those looking to advance their career by playing a major role in a growing organization, and who have the curiosity and interest in exposure to a broad range of clients, industries, and assignments.

To submit your resume for this position, please contact us by email here.

Manager, Assurance

Aug 16,2022 Leave a comment By Segal GCSE LLP

As a Manager on Segal GCSE’s assurance team, you will focus on supporting entrepreneurial business owners in a diverse range of industries. You are a self-managed professional motivated to provide clients an outstanding level of client service within a team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

In consultation with partners and engagement teams, plans, organizes, and controls multiple responsibilities and resources to achieve Audit, Review and Notice to Reader engagement objectives.
Reviews engagement file, financial statements, and appropriate income tax returns
Review of corporate tax returns; identify and propose solutions to corporate tax issues.
Participate in performing assurance procedures with a focus on the most current standards.
Monitors multiple projects and deadlines
Builds and nurtures strong working relationships with clients, peers, and team.
Delegates effectively and contributes to a motivated and empowered work team. Shares and transfers knowledge within the team.
Develops an understanding of the client’s industry and opportunities, issues and trends that impact their market or sector
Develops people by encouraging continuous learning, delegating effectively, and supporting the team to take ownership and accountability to clients and their colleagues. Leads by example
Generate new business opportunities.

Professional Skills, Attributes and Education

Canadian CPA/CA designation or reciprocal CPA/CA designation recognized with CPA is mandatory
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in an accounting firm
Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills with experience in all reporting standards and Canadian personal and corporate tax
Excellent project management skills
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
The ability to lead, coach, motivate and direct a team of people
Team player with a positive ‘can do’ approach
Creative problem solving and experience in delivery of quality client service

This position represents a significant opportunity for those looking to advance their career by playing a major role in a growing organization, and who have the curiosity and interest in exposure to a broad range of clients, industries, and assignments.

To submit your resume for this position, please contact us by email here.

2022/23 Tax Series for Accountants

Aug 3,2022 Leave a comment By Segal GCSE LLP

Featuring tax partner Howard L. Wasserman, Segal GCSE’s 2022/23 Tax Series for Accountants is just a few months away. Covering a wide-ranging scope of tax, financial and business matters, these seminars offer the perfect opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and insight, further empowering you to provide even greater value to your clients. We invite all tax and finance professionals to take full advantage of this unique learning opportunity!

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Senior Manager, Assurance

Aug 3,2022 Leave a comment By Segal GCSE LLP

Segal GCSE LLP is a rapidly growing mid-size accounting, tax and business advisory firm situated in midtown Toronto. Segal GCSE is committed to growth by investing in our team, providing continuous learning and a positive, supportive work environment, with a focus on providing best in class client service.

As a Manager on Segal GCSE’s assurance team, you will focus on supporting entrepreneurial business owners in a diverse range of industries. You are a self-managed professional motivated to provide clients an outstanding level of client service within a team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

In consultation with partners and engagement teams, plans, organizes, and controls multiple responsibilities and resources to achieve Audit, Review and Notice to Reader engagement objectives.
Reviews engagement file, financial statements, and appropriate income tax returns
Review of corporate tax returns; identify and propose solutions to corporate tax issues.
Participate in performing assurance procedures with a focus on the most current standards.
Monitors multiple projects and deadlines
Builds and nurtures strong working relationships with clients, peers, and team.
Delegates effectively and contributes to a motivated and empowered work team. Shares and transfers knowledge within the team.
Develops an understanding of the client’s industry and opportunities, issues and trends that impact their market or sector
Leads by example through encouraging continuous learning, delegating effectively, and supporting the team to take ownership and accountability to clients and their colleagues.
Generate new business opportunities.

Professional Skills, Attributes and Education

Canadian CPA/CA designation or reciprocal CPA/CA designation recognized with CPA is mandatory
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in an accounting firm
Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills with experience in all reporting standards and Canadian personal and corporate tax
Superior project management skills
Working proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint is essential
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
The ability to lead, coach, motivate and direct a team of people
Demonstrate a collaborative team-player mindset
Creative problem solving and experience in delivery of quality client service

This position represents a significant opportunity for those looking to advance their career by playing a major role in a growing organization, and who have the curiosity and interest in exposure to a broad range of clients, industries, and assignments.

To submit your resume for this position, please contact us by email here.

Senior Accountant, Assurance

Aug 3,2022 Leave a comment By Segal GCSE LLP

Segal GCSE LLP is a rapidly growing mid-size accounting, tax and business advisory firm situated in midtown Toronto. Segal GCSE is committed to growth by investing in our team, providing continuous learning and a positive, supportive work environment, with a focus on providing best in class client service.

The Senior Accountant, Assurance is responsible to apply sound practices and methodologies to conduct audits and review engagements. Reporting to Partners, Principals and Managers, the Senior Accountant, Assurance leads the fieldwork team, coaches and mentors junior team members and is a self-managed professional motivated to provide clients an outstanding level of client service within a team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

In consultation with the engagement manager plans, organizes, and controls multiple responsibilities and resources to achieve Audit, Review and Notice to Reader engagement objectives.
Prepares engagement file, financial statements, and appropriate income tax returns.
Monitors multiple projects and deadlines.
Builds and nurtures strong working relationships with client management and peer client levels.
Delegates effectively and contributes to a motivated and empowered work team. Shares and transfers knowledge within the team.

Professional Skills and Education

CPA, CA or degree qualification and relevant professional accreditation
Three or more years’ experience in a public accounting firm
Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills with experience in all reporting standards
General knowledge of personal and corporate tax
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
Developing strong project management capabilities
The ability to coach, motivate and direct a team of people
Team player with a positive ‘can do’ approach
Creative problem solving and experience in delivery of quality client service
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Working proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is essential.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to remain organized.

This position represents a significant opportunity for those looking to advance their career by playing a major role in a growing organization, and who have the curiosity and interest in exposure to a broad range of clients, industries, and assignments.

To submit your resume for this position, please contact us by email here.