Grewal Guyatt LLP (“GG”) is a professional services firm based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, offering Assurance, Accounting, Tax, Advisory, Forensics, Business Valuations, Estate Planning, and Litigation Support services.
We serve both U.S. and Canadian clients, with our U.S. tax division experiencing rapid growth. Over the years, we’ve expanded our services and welcomed new teams into the firm, allowing us to work with a diverse group of clients, including high-net-worth individuals and families, real estate developers, entrepreneurial and fintech businesses, regulated professionals, nationally recognized organizations, and not-for-profit entities.
What sets GG apart is our people. We focus on building strong teams, providing hands-on experience, and creating real opportunities for learning and career growth. Our goal is to deliver thoughtful, practical solutions for our clients while maintaining the high standards expected of a leading professional services firm.
We value collaboration, open communication, and respect, and we’re proud of the inclusive and supportive environment we’ve built. At GG, you’ll work alongside approachable leaders, gain exposure to meaningful work, and grow your career in a place where your contributions are genuinely valued.
The Associate supports audit and accounting engagements by preparing financial information, maintaining accurate working papers, and assisting with assurance procedures under the guidance of senior team members. This role is responsible for supporting client files from set-up through completion, applying relevant accounting standards, and ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with firm methodologies. The position requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, discretion in handling confidential information, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced public accounting environment.
Role and Responsibilities:
• Apply technical accounting and assurance knowledge, including researching issues and presenting conclusions to Partners, Managers, and Senior Associates.
• Apply NPO standards, GAAP, and/or ASPE to accounting and assurance engagements.
• Prepare accounting and assurance files, including financial statements, compilation engagements, working papers, and related documentation in CaseWare.
• Distinguish between compilation and assurance engagements and prepare appropriate schedules and reports.
• Obtain and document audit evidence for key account areas, including revenues, expenses, capital assets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and prepaid expenses.
• Review and investigate discrepancies or irregularities in financial records and supporting documentation.
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses, including establishing charts of accounts.
• Summarize financial information by preparing balance sheets, income statements, and related reports.
• Manage multiple concurrent accounting and assurance assignments while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
• Prepare clear client summaries outlining engagement findings, key facts, and highlights.
• Keep current with accounting standards, assurance requirements, and relevant legislation.
• Perform other accounting and assurance-related duties as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications:
• Certified or actively working toward the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, with 1–2 years of relevant accounting and/or assurance experience.
• Strong technical skills in accounting, assurance/auditing, asset depreciation, taxation, and bookkeeping.
• Experience using CaseWare and CCH (Tax Prep) is considered an asset.
• Prior experience in a public accounting or professional services environment is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication and comprehension skills.
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills for reviewing financial statements and preparing accounting and assurance files.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Why Work for Grewal Guyatt?:
• Competitive compensation package
• Company-paid benefits
• Annual performance bonus
• Divisional rewards plan
• Education Assistance Program
• 3+ weeks of vacation
• Employee Appreciation Paid Days Off
• Client Referral Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Social and team-building events
• Opportunities for advancement within specialty practice areas
Accessibility & Accommodation Statement:
Grewal Guyatt LLP is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process, including during interviews and assessments, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and its regulations.
All aspects of our recruitment and selection process are conducted by human staff; no artificial intelligence (AI) tools are used to screen or evaluate applicants.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
