Associate (Remote CPA Student)

Role : Associate (Remote CPA Student)

Location : Remote, open to any Canadian resident

Ideal candidate would have associate experience at a public accounting firm

LiveCA LLP is one of Canada's largest online Chartered Professional Accounting firms with a community that spans from coast to coast. Reimagining the accounting industry and accounting firm culture - our vision is for every individual on the LiveCA team to find fulfillment not only in their professional endeavours but also to feel supported in enjoying their pursuits outside of work.

When your personal values align with ours, you'll find yourself more excited about the work you do.

- As an Associate you will be responsible for delivering a great client experience that results in strong and lasting client relationships. Complete year-end compilation engagements- Prepare corporate tax returns- Respond to client communication acting as a primary point of contact- Attend meetings with clients to observe and support managers- Complete monthly and quarterly reconciliations- Prepare management, investor and board reporting documents- Prepare and file federal and provincial sales tax returns- Prepare tax slips such as T1s, T4s, T5s, and other relevant slips as required- Provide coverage for colleagues as needed- Contribute to innovation, which may include initiating process improvement, documenting new or updated procedures, developing standardized templates and collaborating with the larger team on such initiatives.

• You've started (or completed) your Canadian CPA designation- You have experience at a Canadian accounting firm with compliance and/or assurance engagements- You're skilled in learning new programs and systems- You have strong organizational skills and an ability to multi-task competing priorities- You have a passion for excellent client services- You have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with others towards a common goal
• we recognize that the best person for the job may not tick all these boxes. Professional Growth: we support CPA students through financing courses and providing additional time off for exams. Remote Friendly and Flexible Schedule: at LiveCA you are not tied to specific office hours. PTO : 3 weeks vacation and 3 floating holidays per year for cultural or personal events that don't fall within the statutory holiday calendar. Extended health benefits and an additional $2000/year Health Spending Account for any other needs.- Tech stipend: of $150/month for at-home office/tech expense that falls outside of the equipment LiveCA provides to all employees.
• Job Type: Full-time