Candidates will have a business degree, specializing in Urban Land Economics and/or Real Estate Finance with experience and skills in financial analysis. Exposure to commercial mortgages is essential (ideally, a minimum of 2 years) and completion of the Mortgage Broker’s License is desirable. Strong interpersonal and written skills will be required to work in this team environment. We will also consider new Graduates that have had co-op experience with commercial mortgage lending. This is an excellent opportunity with a leader in this industry and good growth potential and perhaps leading to an Originator role.

• Manage and prepare Canadian federal and provincial income tax returns and foreign affiliate reporting
• Oversee tax audits and federal and provincial sales tax function
• Prepare tax instalment payments to ensure penalties are minimized
• Preparation of income tax provisions and tax footnote disclosures
• Research tax issues and assist with tax planning on special projects
• Manage transfer pricing, including documentation, audit defense, and planning
• Liaise with tax advisors and coordinate other external resources

The successful candidate will possess an accounting designation and has a minimum 3 years of corporate tax experience. Completion of in-depth tax 2 is required but will consider strong tax candidates enrolled in level 2 this year. You must also be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills, detail-oriented and the ability to lead and motivate staff.

Every business requires people; talented, skilled, and motivated people to run the operations, and position the business for growth. Since 1972, we have been working with clients in the Lower Mainland to resolve their “talent” needs and help them build their business for the future. We are problem solvers: we connect the right people to the right businesses.

Our Vancouver office is preparing for growth. We know that the economic outlook will change, and when it does, our clients’ requests will expand quickly. When that time comes, we want to be sure that we are in a position to serve!

Therefore, we have identified an immediate need for Professional Recruiters in the following areas:

• Executive Search
• Finance & Accounting
• Information Technology
• Engineering
• Manufacturing / Production / Supply Chain
• Sales
• Human Resources / Senior Administration

In these roles, you will be responsible for the following:

JOB SUMMARY:
Using various sales techniques, the Professional Placement Consultant secures new placement business, while developing and maintaining existing client relationships. Ultimately, you will be responsible acquiring and filling high end placement orders, by matching qualified candidates with the needs of the clients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Sales - Prospects and develops new clients in order to secure new business for high end placements.
2. Sales - Utilizing presentation, telemarketing, direct mail and other sales techniques, secures and expands Holloway Schulz’s permanent placement business.
3. Customer Service - Services and continues to develop established accounts by consistently following up with clients to ensure quality service delivery and resolve issues as required.
4. Recruitment - Recruits prospective candidates ensuring the most effective possible match between client and candidate. Interviews prospective candidates, tests skills, performs reference checks and matches candidates to client needs. Describes the position to the candidate to ensure compatibility and presents the candidate information to the client.
5. Recruitment - Develops and implements a recruitment strategy that will support both current and future client needs. Maintains a list of candidates for future needs.
6. Recruitment - Ensures placement activities abide to all laws and regulations as they pertain to employment.
7. Database and Record Management - Maximizes office technology to ensure optimum, cost-effective, timely and high quality results. Maintains knowledge of Holloway Schulz’s operational systems, policies, procedures and guidelines. Tracks and maintains records on candidates, client orders and client status.
8. Networking - Represents the organization as a member of personnel associations, community organizations and community business organizations to promote the Holloway Schulz brand.
9. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Post secondary education required to support the discipline that you are interested in (CGA, CMA, PEng, Information Technology, etc)
• Minimum 4 years of Sales experience
• Professional Recruitment experience an asset,
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with an ability to influence and motivate others
• Skilled in the art of networking, lead generation and prospect development, as evidenced by current contacts in the local professional and business community
• Superior organizational skills. Is able to effectively manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently. Disciplined in timely follow up with prospects and clients.
• Proactive and able to solve problems effectively and rapidly using excellent analytical skills
• Resourceful and self motivated; Utilizes available information to help further marketplace knowledge and drive business success
• Proven consistently high levels of customer service performance, with an ability to build strong client relationships, close new business and expand the marketplace
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs. May be required to travel.

You will require the following:

• Accounting designation (CGA, CMA, CA),
• Previous experience managing a team of accountants,
• Exceptional analytical skills, and communication skills,
• Exceptional technical accounting skills,
• Previous experience in budgeting and forecasting,
• 5 Years previous experience working in a similar role,
• Previous convention/hotel industry experience required.

To succeed in this role you need to be someone that is known to make themselves visible throughout the organization…a people person that has both the technical acumen and the relationship building skills…someone that participates and functions as an internal “customer service provider”.

The ideal candidate will be a recently-qualified Trustee; however, we will strongly consider candidates (designated accountants) without insolvency experience and are committed to enrol in the NIQP to become a Trustee in Bankruptcy. Candidates must have a university degree, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for problem solving. Preference will be for candidates already enrolled in the NIQP or has previous experience working on personal and/or corporate insolvencies. Recent Undergraduates are also encouraged to apply as training will be provided.

This is a great opportunity that offers excellent growth potential and succession planning. The firm also provides a positive environment and work-life balance.

Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the owners with investment decisions by providing thorough reporting and data analysis. This will often involve the production of ad-hoc financial reports on short notice.
• Act as a representative for the companies in dealing with third parties such as banks, mortgage companies, accounting firms and other external entities.
• Work closely with external Tax advisors to assist in domestic and international tax planning and tax reporting.
• Preparation of monthly financial reporting package.
• Responsible for Full Cycle Accounting.
• Develop and implement controls to safeguard assets.
• Manage and maintain accurate records of various investments including equities, real estate and other investment products.

Qualifications:

• Accounting Designation – CGA or CMA preferred.
• At least 3 years experience in a senior accounting role.
• Familiarity with various financial market products is a definite asset.
• Ability to produce accurate and comprehensive reports in a timely manner.
• Exposure to international tax and multi currency issues preferred.
• Flexible to change.
• Superior interpersonal and communications skills.
• Able to multi-task and effectively manage multiple projects.
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to travel outside the province once per month for 3 to 4 days. Occasional international travel may be required.
• Able to work flexible hours when required.

You will be involved in Canadian tax planning and compliance for a wide variety of clients that include public and private companies. Some areas of focus include the purchase and sale of assets, estate tax planning and corporate reorganizations. This individual will act as the firm’s internal tax trainer, researching and providing tax updates to staff, while managing various engagements and developing tax strategies for clients. This is an exciting role for a motivated tax specialist who would like to take on a leadership role to grow the firm’s tax practice. Successful candidates will have an Accounting Designation (CA, CGA or equivalent) and a minimum 2 years Canadian tax experience working for a large or mid-sized CA firm at the Manager level or higher. Completion of the CICA in-depth tax or Masters of Taxation course is required. A strong technical tax background and superb interpersonal skills will round out this candidate.

This firm offers a great work environment, allowing a balanced lifestyle while providing opportunities for professional and personal growth. Overtime hours is significantly less compared to the Big 4 and national firms. The firm also offers a competitive salary package and flexible summer work schedule. They will also consider out-of-province candidates and provide relocation assistance, if necessary. This is an excellent alternative to a Big 4.

As the Financial Analyst in Corporate Reporting you will be responsible for the consolidation of our Client and its various subsidiaries, the preparation of various internal financial reports and analyses to management and assisting with special projects as needed.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consolidation of the company and its various subsidiaries.
• Preparation of internal financial reports and analysis for management.
• Preparation of external financial information for earnings releases.
• Assist with 6-K and 20-F filings and other financial information required by the SEC.
• Preparation of quarter-end and annual working papers and schedules for external auditors.
• Review of various schedules, reconciliations and journal entries.
• Maintain and update internal control policies.
• Participate in projects as required by management.
• Implement process changes and improvements.
• Liaise with international offices as required.

Key experience we are looking for is consolidation, minority interest, foreign exchange, intercompany transactions and public company external reporting. Suitable candidates must hold a recognized accounting designation. Knowledge of Canadian GAAP and exposure to US GAAP and SEC reporting.

The successful applicant will be a designated accountant (CA or CGA) and must have strong experience auditing public companies. You will also be proficient in Mandarin and be willing to travel overseas. A strong technical knowledge, superb interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and develop staff are required. Detail-oriented, excellent analytical skills and a team player will complete this candidate profile.

This opportunity will start off as a 6-month contract but likely to go permanent. This firm offers a competitive salary, overtime, bonus, and flex-time in addition to a positive work environment. If you’re interested in working on international engagements and strengthen your pubic company reporting skills but don’t want the long hours at a Big 4, then this could be a great opportunity for you.

To qualify for this role, applicants will have a minimum 3 years relevant Canadian & US personal tax experience and possess an accounting designation (CA, CPA, CGA or equivalent). Completion or enrolment in the CICA in-depth tax course or Masters of US Tax is desirable. Strong managerial, organization and communication skills are required.

This firm provides a competitive compensation package and full benefits. Will recruit from out-of-province and provide relocation assistance and will consider candidates wanting to return to public practice. This position offers excellent opportunities for learning and career growth, while providing a positive work environment that seeks a balance in lifestyle.

Focus will be in one of the following areas:
Business Tax Compliance – As Manager, you will be responsible for providing tax compliance services to clients in a variety of industries that include mining, energy, communications, consumer products and financial services. You will be planning, managing projects, identifying technical issues to be researched and leading a team of senior tax staff. You will work closely with the clients, identifying opportunities to reduce their tax obligations and assisting them in dealing with tax authorities.

Transactions Tax – As a leader in this group, you will serve as a Project Manager in delivering your expertise in transactions related to acquisitions and divestitures. You will be involved in analyzing and structuring transactions, performing due diligence to determine potential tax liabilities for clients. This includes reviewing merger agreements & providing opinion letters, managing engagement teams that include attorneys, Corporate Directors, and E&Y tax and financial professionals.

Scientific Research and Experimental Development – This tax service line is focused on assisting clients who continually develop new technologies, products or processes to realize R&D tax credits. In this role, you will work with a team to identify opportunities within the client’s operations that could qualify for SR&ED credits to achieve tax savings. Using your tax & financial background, you will prepare and provide supporting documentation, ensuring the quality of the finalized claim and assisting clients during reviews conducted by the CRA.

Transfer Pricing – As a Manager or Senior Tax Manager, you will coordinate and manage engagements that include analyzing client’s cross-border transactions for tax compliance purposes and international tax planning to minimize global taxes. You will assist clients in developing transfer prices and design cost-sharing arrangements for the transfer of goods, services and intangible property. You will also use your strong technical tax & interpersonal skills to develop strategies and negotiate with the tax authorities during transfer pricing audits.

To qualify for these roles, candidates will have a minimum 3 years relevant tax experience and possess an accounting designation (CA, CGA or equivalent) and completion or enrolment in the CICA in-depth tax 2 course. Strong managerial, organization and communication skills are required.

This firm provides a competitive compensation package all full benefits. Will recruit from out-of-province and provide relocation assistance and will consider candidates wanting to return to public practice. This position offers excellent opportunities for learning and career growth, while providing a positive work environment that seeks a balance in lifestyle. With a broad range of tax services offered, you can choose to specialize in areas that include Transaction Tax, Mining Tax and Expatriate Tax, to name a few.

The successful candidate will be a CA, CGA, or CMA and have completed the CICA in-depth tax level II with a strong understanding of tax legislation, corporate tax compliance & planning. In addition to tax skills, strong analytical and leadership abilities are required. Would also consider a Senior Tax Manager level candidate. Relocation assistance will also be provided to candidates.

Senior Accountant – In this role, you will be servicing clients in a variety of businesses and non-profit sector. This will involve conducting audits independently for smaller organizations and working in a team for medium-sized audit engagements. You will liaise with clients, audit their financial statements, prepare tax returns, while maintaining effective communication and professionalism with clients, government authorities and Partners & staff.

The successful candidate will be a Canadian CA or UFE writer with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You must also take initiative and have the ability to multi-task. CGA’s with a minimum 2 years recent experience working in a public practice environment will also be strongly considered (audit exposure ideally).

Senior Manager / Manager – Reporting to the Partners, this individual is responsible for overseeing and managing client relations, including planning, scheduling, and reviewing of audit files. You will manage a team of staff, providing direction, mentoring staff and developing their technical abilities. You will also work closely with clients, strengthening your relations with them, while continually developing your client base and identifying potential business opportunities. Other responsibilities include attending audit meetings, preparing management letters and working on more complicated tax & corporate issues.

Applicants will have a Canadian CA / CGA / CMA designation or equivalent with a minimum 5 years experience working in a public accounting firm. Proficiency in audit techniques and accounting policies are required for this role. You must also have strong leadership and communications skills to manage staff and oversee multiple projects. This is a great opportunity for growth and development as potential for partnership is very realistic in one of the offices.

This firm offers a competitive salary, banked OT, flex time, and a 4-day work-week during summer months. The firm is located in a close, friendly community that offers a great environment to raise family. It provides an excellent lifestyle without the distractions of a big city. A number of great golf courses are nearby and lots of outdoor activities are available there. We will strongly consider out-of-province candidates and provide relocation assistance, if necessary.