Location Ottawa

Field Accounting

Category Full-time Permanent

Type Hybrid

Posted September 22, 2023

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Senior Staff Accountant, U.S. Tax

Location Ottawa

Field Accounting

Category Full-time Permanent

Type Hybrid

Posted September 22, 2023

Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP  

Headquartered in Ottawa, the key to our success is continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace.  With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities. 

We offer our employees invaluable prospects: possibility for growth and advancement; variety to explore different career paths; opportunity to specialize and deepen skills; and flexibility of work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.  

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. 

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

Established in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally-owned and operated firm in the region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec, Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves.  Welch ranks as the 14th largest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.  

About the Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Senior Tax Staff Accountant, to join our U.S/Canada Cross border team, specializing in U.S. tax compliance and advisory.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare complex and specialized U.S. partnership, corporate, and individual income tax returns
  • Review simple U.S. tax returns (partnerships, corporate and individual)
  • Preparation of voluntary disclosures for corporate tax related issues
  • Establish and maintain effective client relationships
  • Conduct special tax projects and research
  • Communicate with respective tax authorities and assist with preparation of government notice responses
  • Attend relevant workshops and conferences to remain up-to-date on corporate tax issues

Qualifications

  • Minimum completion of a University degree or College diploma with a specialization in Accounting
  • Minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience in a public accounting firm
  • CPA, CA / U.S. CPA designation or U.S. enrolled agent, or close to completion, would be an asset
  • Some experience in either personal or corporate U.S. tax is required
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Strong computer skills, particularly in MS Excel
  • Canadian tax knowledge would be an asset
  • Prior knowledge of U.S. software such as CCH / Prosystem, would be an asset
  • Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines

Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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