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Senior Accountant / Accounting Supervisor

  • London, ON, Canada

$80,000 to $120,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay
$80,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
Job type
Full-time
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Experience
3+ years of public accounting experience
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Are you a CPA professional looking to build your career in a collaborative public accounting environment where client relationships, mentorship, and professional growth are valued?

Our clients, established and highly respected public accounting firms in London, Ontario, are seeking experienced CPA professionals to join their teams. Opportunities exist at the Senior Accountant, Accounting Supervisor, and emerging Manager levels.

These positions offer exposure to a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses, professionals, family enterprises, agricultural operations, and other privately held organizations. Successful candidates will enjoy direct client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced firm leadership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review compilation and review engagement files
  • Prepare and review corporate and personal income tax returns
  • Assist clients with accounting, tax, and compliance matters
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships throughout the year
  • Identify issues, research solutions, and provide practical recommendations
  • Support and mentor junior and intermediate accounting staff
  • Review working papers and financial information for accuracy and completeness
  • Participate in special projects, tax planning engagements, reorganizations, and advisory initiatives as required
  • Collaborate with Partners and firm leadership to deliver exceptional client service

Qualifications

  • CPA designation required, or successful completion of the CFE with designation pending
  • 3+ years of public accounting experience
  • Experience preparing and reviewing compilation engagements
  • Corporate and personal tax compliance experience
  • Strong understanding of ASPE
  • Experience with CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks, or similar public practice software is considered an asset
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
  • Ability to balance multiple deadlines and client priorities

What Makes These Opportunities Different?

  • Work directly with business owners and decision-makers
  • Broad exposure to accounting, tax, and advisory work
  • Partner accessibility and mentorship
  • Long-term growth opportunities, including leadership and potential future ownership pathways
  • Collaborative, team-oriented cultures with low turnover
  • Strong commitment to professional development and continuing education

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $80,000 - $120,000, depending on experience and position
  • CPA dues and continuing professional development support
  • Health and dental benefits
  • RRSP program
  • Additional paid time off during the holiday season
  • Reduced summer schedules, including shortened Fridays or four-day workweeks
  • Flexible scheduling to support personal and family commitments
  • Collaborative team environments focused on professional growth and work-life balance

About the Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who enjoys public accounting and values being part of a close-knit team. The successful candidate will be comfortable working directly with clients, mentoring less experienced staff, and taking ownership of their work. They are equally capable of rolling up their sleeves on detailed engagements and contributing to the broader success of the firm.

If you're interested in exploring a public accounting opportunity that offers meaningful client relationships, strong mentorship, and long-term growth potential, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and review compilation and review engagement files, corporate and personal tax returns, working papers, and financial information, while advising clients on accounting, tax, and compliance matters. Build client relationships, mentor junior staff, research issues, and contribute to tax planning, reorganizations, special projects, and advisory work in collaboration with firm leadership.

Requirements

Requires a CPA designation or successful completion of the CFE with the designation pending, at least three years of public accounting experience, and experience with compilation engagements and corporate and personal tax compliance. Candidates should have a strong understanding of ASPE, excellent communication and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines; experience with CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks, or similar software is an asset.

Skills

  • Compilation And Review Engagements
  • Corporate Tax Compliance
  • Personal Tax Compliance
  • ASPE
  • Staff Mentoring
  • Working Paper Review
  • Tax Planning
  • Accounting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Deadline Management
  • CaseWare
  • TaxPrep

Benefits

  • CPA Dues Support
  • Continuing Professional Development Support
  • Health And Dental Benefits
  • RRSP Program
  • Additional Paid Time Off During The Holiday Season
  • Reduced Summer Schedules
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Mentorship
  • Professional Development
  • Work-Life Balance

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Categories

  • Finance & Accounting
  • Management & Leadership
  • Consulting

Keywords

  • CPA
  • CFE
  • Public Accounting
  • Compilation Engagements
  • Review Engagements
  • Corporate Tax Returns
  • Personal Tax Returns
  • Tax Compliance
  • ASPE
  • CaseWare
  • TaxPrep
  • QuickBooks
  • Client Relationships
  • Working Papers
  • Tax Planning
  • Reorganizations
  • Advisory Services
  • Financial Information
  • Accounting
  • Mentorship
  • Staff Development
  • Owner-Managed Businesses
  • Privately Held Organizations

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