Financial Auditors and Accountants perform some or all of the following duties:

• Examine journal entries, ledgers, bank statements, inventories, expenditures, and tax returns
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal-control systems
• Prepare audit reports and improvement recommendations
• Conduct field audits for compliance with Canadian legislation
• Supervise junior auditors or accounting staff
• Design and manage accounting systems
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Develop cost-control and internal-reporting systems
• Prepare corporate and personal tax filings
• Provide business and tax advisory services
• Act as trustees in bankruptcy proceedings when licensed
• Train articling students and junior professionals

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• The Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation usually requires a university degree, approved professional training, and supervised work experience.
• Provincial regulatory-body membership is generally required for public-practice accountants and auditors.
• Additional professional recognition may be required for internal auditors through relevant institutes or associations.
• Special licensing is required to act as a trustee in bankruptcy.
• Many employers offer pension plans, medical and dental coverage, life insurance, paid leave, and employer contributions to pension and employment insurance programs.