Senior Chartered Accountant (Night Shift Completely)

Company: Accounting BridgeJob Title: Senior Chartered Accountant (Remote)Location: Remote Complete Night shift (India-based) Serving Clients in Vancouver, CanadaIndustry Preference: Big 4 (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) or similar reputed firmsWorking Hours (Complete Night Shift only): 9:30 pm to 6 am (IST in summer) & 10:30 pm to 7 am(IST) during winters. NO flexible shifts.Candidates who have worked in FULL NIGHT SHIFT previously from India are encouraged to applyHolding your own desktop or laptop is essential, the company will not be providing one.Remote candidates from India are only eligible for this role.First Preference will be given to CA candidates from Canadian Accounting along with CPAQuickBooks online experience is mandatory.Company & Position Overview:Accounting Bridge, a leading accounting firm based in British Columbia, Canada, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Accountant to join our team. This role involves working directly with foreign clients and gaining extensive experience in Canadian accounting practices.We are looking for an exceptionally skilled and experienced Chartered Accountant (CA) to join our team remotely. The ideal candidate brings over a decade of experience in accounting, audit, and financial management, preferably with a background in the Big 4 accounting firms. This is a strategic position for a highly articulate individual who is comfortable communicating complex financial data in both English and Hindi with excellence.Key Responsibilities:End-to-end ownership of bookkeeping, accounting, and month-end close for Canadian clientsPrepare and review financial statements and reports in compliance with Canadian accounting standardsEnsure tax compliance (GST/HST, corporate tax, payroll taxes) in collaboration with senior advisorsMaintain, manage, and reconcile accounts using QuickBooks OnlineSupervise and mentor junior accountantsHandle audits and implement financial controlsCommunicate with clients professionally and clearly in EnglishContribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy discussionsOversee payroll tasks, including employee onboarding, payroll processing, and terminations.Communicate with clients via email and phone to gather necessary information and clarify details.Preferred Tools & Software Proficiency:QuickBooks Online experience is preferred..Xero and any online cloud accounting software will be an added advantage.Familiarity with tools like Xero, CaseWare, Profile, Dext, Hubdocs, etc.Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency is mandatory (Advanced Excel skills is preferred).Qualifications:Masters degree in Accounting or a related field (e.g. M. Com, CA).Chartered Accountant (CA) MandatoryIn-depth knowledge of QuickBooks Online Mandatory10 years of relevant experience in accounting and financial managementBig 4 background (preferred) or similar reputed firmsProven expertise in financial reporting, tax compliance, audit, and risk managementStrong knowledge of accounting tools and ERP systems (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Zoho)Strong grasp of accounting standards (IFRS/ASPE/GAAP), taxation, and complianceExperience with Canadian accounting and taxation systems is preferredSoft Skills:Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.Ability to handle multiple clients and work pressure.Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.Good understanding of the Canadian and American accent is essential for this position.Sharp analytical and problem-solving mindsetExceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsHigh degree of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrityIndependent, reliable, and proactive working styleClient-facing experience with international businessesPreferred Candidates:Big 4 background (preferred) or similar reputed firmsFrom a Canadian Accounting Firm.Foreign-trained accountants based in India.Indian accountants with relevant experience in Canadian accounting.

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