Welch

Location: Ottawa, ON Category: Full-time, Permanent Job Type: Hybrid Salary Range: $64,000 - $75,000

Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP

Headquarteredin Ottawa, with 12 offices between Gatineau and Toronto, the key to our success is continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees,clientsand the marketplace.With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm'sexpertiseand commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisionalprivately-heldcompanies and small cap public companies listed in Canada.

We offer our employees invaluable prospects: possibility forgrowthand advancement; variety to explore different careerpathswith paid study leave and support forcontinued learning;opportunityto specialize and deepen skillsthrough our APEX and management training programs; andflexibilityof work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interestswithourSummer Friday program, 4 weeks of vacation andwinterholiday closure.

Grounded in a values-led culture (care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.

While we are a hybrid focusedcompany,Welch LLPstilloffers plenty of ways to connect and enjoyin-officeworkdays. From the popular snack cart, paid volunteer daysto fun seasonal events likeoursummer picnic and taxpartythere is always something fun on the calendar!

National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firm

Established in 1918, Welch evolved from a single office to 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec.Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves, and ranks as the 14thlargest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.

About the Opportunity

Welch LLP is currently looking for a Staff Accountantat our Ottawa locationwhose primary tasks will include preparing notice to reader engagements,participatingin audits, and preparing personal and corporate tax returns.

This opportunity is part of our specialized Tech Team, which works closely with high-growth companies in the technology sector and entities with complex reporting requirements under ASPE, IFRS and US GAAP-including startups, scale-ups, venture/PE-backed businesses and small cap Canadian public companies. You'll gain exposure to innovative clients navigating rapid expansion, complex funding structures, and evolving regulatory landscapes.

This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Completion of assurance and accounting engagements, including the relevant tax filings, with dedicated resources including paperless office infrastructure.
• Overseeing junior staff on assurance and accounting engagements.
• Identifying and resolving assurance and accounting engagement issues.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive public accounting experience with successful completion of CPA exams.
• CPA, CA designation, or working towards hours completion.
• Audit and assurance experience is required.
• The ability to provide value-added service to our clients.
• Good technical knowledge of GAAP requirements.
• 1+ years of experience with Caseware and Taxprep.
• Strong understanding of a client-focused environment including related deadlines and the ability to work to meet those deadlines.
• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to commit to 3 days in office per week

If you are interested in a great career opportunity with a growing, flexible and dynamic organization, please apply!

Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you requirean accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. AI is not used in Welch's hiring process.

We thank all applicants for theirinterestbut only those selected for an interview will be contacted.