Staff Accountant (CPA Student), Assurance & Advisory

Résumé du poste

The Staff Accountant will work on various assurance and tax engagements for owner-managed businesses while assisting clients with financial reporting. They will also build strong client relationships and collaborate within a cross-functional team to manage assigned work effectively.

Détails du poste

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow. At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. We are looking for a Staff Accountant (CPA Student) to join our Assurance & Advisory team in Fall 2027—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another. Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity. “There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.” Your role: Work on a variety of assurance and tax engagements for owner-managed businesses across diverse industries. Prepare compilations, corporate and personal tax returns, and supporting working papers. Assist clients with financial reporting. Develop a strong understanding of clients’ businesses and identify opportunities to add value through proactive service. Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, team members, and partners. Collaborate within a cross-functional team environment while also managing assigned work independently. Participate in special projects and other engagements as assigned by senior staff and partners. What you bring to the table: Completion of a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (Accounting/Finance major) Eligibility to enroll in CPA PEP Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Familiarity with basic accounting concepts (balance sheet, income statement, etc.) You are an excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills Be a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail You have strong interpersonal skills and are an excellent problem solver You are proficient in, and willing to learn various computer applications Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview and TaxPrep is an asset (but not required) What’s in it for you? Competitive total rewards package, including salary and incentive program Robust benefits plan (health, dental, life, dependent life, AD&D, STD, LTD, etc.) RRSP matching Generous paid time off package (vacation, personal, sick, firm holidays, etc.) Complimentary on-site gym Free, plentiful parking Health & wellness spending accounts Dress for your day, including casual Growth-focused coaching, mentoring, feedback, and growth plan reviews Learning and professional development opportunities as well as paid professional dues Work-life integration (professional flexibility, working remotely opportunities, compressed work weeks, EFAP, etc.) Fun at work year-round with firm-sponsored social events, yoga, lunch and learns, registered massage therapy visits, espresso happy hours, free snacks and meals, teambuilding events, therapy dog visit, off-site Staff Day, etc. Where you’ll work: Dartmouth, NS Job type: Permanent, Full-time (starting Fall 2027) Deadline: Interviews will be starting the week of September 21st and will continue until all roles are filled When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ce que vous ferez

The Staff Accountant will work on various assurance and tax engagements for owner-managed businesses while assisting clients with financial reporting. They will also build strong client relationships and collaborate within a cross-functional team to manage assigned work effectively.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration with an accounting or finance major and be eligible to enroll in the CPA PEP program. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting concepts are essential for this role.

Avantages

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Dependent life insurance • AD&D insurance • Short-term disability • Long-term disability • RRSP matching • Paid time off • On-site gym • Health and wellness spending accounts • Professional development • Employee and family assistance program

Compétences indiquées

• Résolution de problèmes · Souhaitée
• Financial Reporting · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Assurance · Souhaitée
• Critical Thinking · Souhaitée
• Comptabilité · Souhaitée
• Client Relationship Management · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Accounting
• Assurance
• Tax preparation
• Financial reporting
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Caseware
• Caseview
• TaxPrep
• Working papers
• Corporate tax
• Personal tax
• Client relationship management
• CaseWare Software Applications
• Time Off Management
• Willingness To Learn
• Strong Work Ethic
• Espresso Beverages
• Self-Motivation
• Auditing
• Balance Sheet
• Business Administration
• Consulting
• Critical Thinking
• Finance
• Financial Statements
• Income Statement
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Mentorship
• Coaching
• Telecommuting
• Tax Returns
• Team Building
• Detail Oriented

Domaines d’emploi

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Certified Public Accountant
• Accountant (General)
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors