Client Service Accountant

S C Partners; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

S+C Partners LLP, based in Streetsville, Mississauga, is a full-service CPA and advisory firm seeking an Accountant to join our Client Service Team. The successful candidate will manage full-cycle accounting for diverse clients, support tax matters, and prepare financial statements with attention to professional standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in public accounting, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, and strong interpersonal skills to serve as a client-facing professional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of public accounting or similar professional environment.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a diverse portfolio of clients, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare and review financial statements and journal entries in accordance with accounting standards.
• Support clients with tax preparation, planning, remittances and compliance (corporate, personal, GST/HST, etc.).
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with professional standards to meet client reporting requirements.
• Prepare and complete Compilation Engagement Reports (CERs) in accordance with required standards, ensuring compliance and clarity in client financial reporting.
• Prepare various TForms and returns throughout tax season in support of remuneration planning, including T4/T5’s and personal tax returns.
• Address client inquiries, request and collect supporting documents, and provide clear and timely responses.
• Liaise with clients to gather required information, explain accounting issues, and recommend best practices.
• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support firm-wide accounting efficiencies.
• Stay current with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations.
• Ensure all client data is handled securely and confidentially in line with professional and legal standards.

Skills

Client service orientation

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

CaseWare

TaxPrep

Excel

Job description

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

S+C Partners LLP, based in the vibrant village of Streetsville, Mississauga, is a full-service CPA and advisory firm that combines the technical expertise of a large accounting practice with the personalized approach of a boutique firm. S+C Partners is proud to foster a collaborative, supportive environment that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and community engagement. The firm offers a unique combination of the technical expertise found in large accounting practices with the personal touch of a boutique firm. The firm offers a unique combination of the technical expertise found in large accounting practices with the personal touch of a boutique firm.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Client Service Team. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of relevant experience in public accounting, a strong foundation in financial reporting and compliance, and excellent interpersonal skills to serve as a client-facing professional. S+C Partners fosters a collaborative work environment and supports professional growth.

This role supports high net worth clients and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle accounting for a diverse portfolio of clients, including bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Prepare and review financial statements and journal entries in accordance with accounting standards
• Support clients with tax preparation, planning, remittances and compliance (corporate, personal, GST/HST, etc.)
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with professional standards to meet client reporting requirements
• Prepare and complete Compilation Engagement Reports (CERs) in accordance with required standards, ensuring compliance and clarity in client financial reporting
• Prepare various TForms and returns throughout tax season in support of remuneration planning, including T4/T5’s and personal tax returns
• Address client inquiries, request and collect supporting documents, and provide clear and timely responses
• Liaise with clients to gather required information, explain accounting issues, and recommend best practices
• Coordinate with internal team members to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support firm-wide accounting efficiencies
• Stay current with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and regulations
• Ensure all client data is handled securely and confidentially in line with professional and legal standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in public accounting or a similar professional environment
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, and financial reporting standards
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, CaseWare, TaxPrep, Excel)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – client service orientation is essential
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, professional environment
• Commitment to primarily in-office work with a collaborative team culture

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• Supportive team environment with growth potential
• Exposure to a variety of industries and accounting challenges
• Hybrid work module post probationary period

The ideal candidate will excel in managing client relationships, and mentoring students and others. They will embody the firm’s strategic objectives and culture of excellence, integrity, and personalized service and possess an entrepreneurial mindset.

We are committed to being one of the top places to work in the GTA and our firm's culture has earned the respect of our clients and our competitors. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and strive to create an environment that promotes individual well-being and the achievement of both personal and professional goals. This position is currently vacant.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

S+C Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).