Accountant-IFRS/CPA/Big 4

Could you bring advisory-level accounting expertise to complex IFRS issues? Apply Now!

Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for an Accountant to provide day-to-day operational support, bringing strong IFRS knowledge and advisory mindset to ensure accurate accounting treatment and clear communication with stakeholders and auditors.

Pay rate range (CAD): $31.09/hr – $37.03/hr

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter resource for accounting issues and research questions
Apply IFRS guidance to support accounting policy interpretation and practical decision-making
Conduct technical accounting research for complex topics and document conclusions in clear memos
Review and assess accounting implications of business or product proposals as needed
Support quality reviews to ensure deliverables meet accuracy and completeness standards
Participate in regular meetings with internal stakeholders and auditors to support timely outcomes
Assist with preparation and support of external reporting deliverables (e.g., disclosures and supporting information) as assigned
Stay current on relevant IFRS developments and help prepare technical update materials
Communicate complex accounting topics in a clear, stakeholder-friendly way
Complete ad hoc team tasks to support changing priorities and deliver deadlines
Desired Skill-Set

CPA designation or in the process of completing it (one exam remaining acceptable)
Strong experience applying IFRS guidance, including advising on accounting policy
Experience working in a Big 4 accounting firm environment
Audit background, ideally within financial institutions (e.g., banking or credit union experience)
Hands-on technical accounting experience, including research and resolution of complex IFRS issues
Strong proficiency with MS Excel and the broader MS Office suite (including PowerPoint and Outlook)
Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and judgment capabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder discussions
Ability to manage deadlines, multiple tasks, and shifting priorities
Nice to Have

Experience in advisory work (as opposed to purely operational accounting)
Experience with financial instruments and consolidation-related accounting topics
Exposure to project management in a finance or accounting context