FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (EMPLOYERS)

General Information

What is the purpose of the Employers section?

This section allows employers and recruiters to post jobs for the purpose of securing a qualified Chartered Accountant or CA student for a position. Organizations can also advertise volunteer postings for a nominal charge.

Is there a fee to register in this section?

There is no fee to register, but there is a fee for posting jobs. The pricing structure is as follows: 1 posting for $350, 5 postings for $1,400 and 10 postings for $2,500. Each job posting includes 7 weeks access to the resume database to search for resumes that match the job posting. Frequent users can contact casource@cica.ca for information on flat rate packages. Volunteer postings cost $25 and they don't include access to the resume database

How do I get started?

The first thing you need to do is register - a process that is required only once. Click Register at the top of the screen, complete the required fields, and click the Submit button. To get back into the system after registering, type in the e-mail address and password you used to register, and then click login.

How do I change my password, e-mail address, or other contact information?

Go into the Update User section under the Account Information tab. Change any of the fields and then click Update.

How do I access my account if I've forgotten my password?

Enter your e-mail address on the login screen and click the tab that says "E-mail password." Your password will be e-mailed to you instantly.

How do I access my account if I've forgotten my password and changed my e-mail address?

If you can still access messages at your old e-mail address see the question above. If you can no longer receive e-mail at your old e-mail address send an e-mail to CA Source that includes your phone number and new e-mail address. A customer support representative will contact you within 2 business days to help you access your account.

How can I contact CA Source?

E-mail: casource@cica.ca. Phone: 416-204-3341 or 416-204-3368

Job Posting Information

How do I post a job?

Go into the Employers section and click Post Jobs. Complete the information required in the six sections. Clicking the next button at the bottom of the page ensures that the information on that page is saved. In section 6, the last screen, click submit and if you haven't already purchased job postings, you will be prompted to purchase one. If you choose the credit card option, your job will be posted immediately. If you prefer to receive an invoice, you will have to wait up to 3 days before the job is posted.

How long will it take to complete the job posting form?

Typically, it takes between 10 and 15 minutes.

Do I need to complete a job posting all at once?

No. Each section of your job posting is saved when you move to the next section by either clicking the Next button at the bottom of the page or clicking the navigation table at the top of the page. (Note, your information is not saved until you move into the next section).

How do I post a job without identifying my organization?

When you go into the Post Jobs section, you will be asked to specify how you would like to post your position. There are three options to choose from. If you select Searchable Confidential, CAs will be able to view your job posting but your company name will not be shown. If you select Not Searchable, no one can view or apply to your job posting, but you will be able to see a listing of resumes that match your job posting.

How long does a posting stay up?

Postings are valid for six weeks, after which time you have one week to view resumes that match your job posting in the resume database. You can view applicants to your job posting at any time after the 6 weeks.

Can I view my job posting?

You may view your job posting by clicking on the Preview Job Posting button before you submit it. Print it by right clicking on your mouse. After your job posting has been submitted, you can view it by clicking view resumes and clicking edit next to the job posting. You can also go to www.casource.com and select Job Seekers and then click View Jobs.

Can someone else from my organization post jobs using the same account?

Yes. Click Update User under the Account Information tab. Click Add at the bottom of the screen and enter the new name. Click Update to add the new user.

How do I change, update or remove a job posting?

To change or update your job posting, go into the View Resumes section and click the Edit button located next to the job posting you wish to change. The fields job title and work location are not modifiable, but the rest of the fields may be modified. Save your changes by moving into another section. To remove a job posting, click the Cancel button located next to the job posting you wish to cancel.

I notice that the site is bilingual. Does my information appear on both the English and French sides of CA Source?

Yes. In fact all jobs advertised on CA Source are searchable by members in both French and English. To have a fully bilingual posting you should type all text in both French and English where text entry is required. When you make your selections from the choices provided, your selection will automatically be translated.

Candidate Information

How do I search the CA resume database?

You must post a job before you can view resumes. Once your job posting has been submitted, go into the View Resumes section and select View Matches next to the job posting number. The system automatically matches the criteria in your job posting with resumes in the system, and your matches will be listed here. You may also View Applicants - those candidates who have applied directly to your job posting. To view these candidates, click the View Applicants button next to the job posting number. You may view resumes anytime during the seven weeks following the date you posted your job.

How do I contact candidates?

Open the candidates' resume and click the Reply to Candidate button at the bottom of the screen. Enter your message on the form that appears and click the Submit button.