CPA Candidate

EBT Chartered Professional Accountants; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Health Spending Account

RRSP matching

Paid parking

CPA study support

Team events

Christmas time off

Collaborative culture

Firm growth

Job summary

EBT Chartered Professional Accountants in Medicine Hat is seeking a CPA Candidate to join our Medicine Hat team. Responsibilities include preparing working papers, financial statements, tax returns, GST and payroll tasks, and supporting accounting cycles.

We offer mentorship from experienced CPAs, a collaborative culture, and opportunities across accounting, tax, assurance, and advisory services to help you pursue CPA designation.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP) or eligible for admission to CPA PEP.
• Desire to build a long-term career in public practice and pursue CPA designation.
• Strong accounting principles and financial reporting knowledge.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and client relationship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare working papers, financial statements, and client reports.
• Prepare personal and corporate tax returns.
• Assist with GST returns, payroll, T4s, T5s, and period-end closings.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes.
• Participate in assurance and audit engagements.
• Review financial records for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide accounting, tax, and administrative support to clients and team members.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of public practice work to support your CPA development.
• Collaborate with Principals and professional staff to deliver quality client service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Client relations

Education

CPA PEP eligibility

Tools

CaseWare

Sage 50

QuickBooks/QBO

Simply Accounting

TaxPrep

Microsoft 365

Job description

CPA Candidate

Medicine Hat, AB

At EBT Chartered Professional Accountants we believe accounting is about more than numbers. It's about helping clients make informed decisions, supporting our communities, and building lasting relationships.

That’s where you come in.

We’re looking for a CPA Candidate to join our Medicine Hat team.

For more than 50 years, EBT has provided bookkeeping, accounting, taxation, and advisory services across Southern Alberta and Southwest Saskatchewan. As one of the region’s most respected and fastest-growing firms, we continue to invest in our people, technology, and client experience while maintaining a collaborative, close-knit culture.

Why You'll Enjoy Working at EBT

Choosing the right workplace is about more than just the work you do. It's about the people you work with, the opportunities available to you, and feeling supported as your career grows.

At EBT, you’ll find:

• Meaningful opportunities to learn from experienced CPAs and industry professionals
• A collaborative team environment with mentorship and support
• Diverse hands-on experience across accounting, tax, assurance, and advisory services
• Professional development opportunities that support your journey toward obtaining your CPA designation
• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance
• A growing firm with strong community roots
• Real responsibility and meaningful client interaction early in your career

What You'll Do

• Prepare working papers, financial statements, and client reports
• Prepare personal and corporate tax returns
• Assist with GST returns, payroll, T4s, T5s, and period-end closings
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting processes
• Participate in assurance and audit engagements
• Review financial records for accuracy and completeness
• Provide accounting, tax, and administrative support to clients and team members
• Gain exposure to a wide range of public practice work to support your CPA development
• Collaborate with the Principals and professional staff to deliver quality client service

What We're Looking For

You’ll be a great fit if you have:

• Currently enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP) or eligible for admission to CPA PEP
• Candidates currently completing CPA preparatory requirements toward admission to CPA PEP may also be considered
• A desire to build a long-term career in public practice and work toward obtaining the CPA designation
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Experience with CaseWare, Sage 50, QuickBooks/QBO, Simply, TaxPrep, and Microsoft 365 is an asset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to accuracy, professionalism, and continuous learning

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who is eager to learn, takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and wants to build a long-term career with a team that values relationships, collaboration, and professional development.

What We Offer

• Dedicated mentorship from experienced CPAs and firm leadership
• Competitive compensation, including overtime opportunities
• Flexible benefits package
• Health Spending Account
• RRSP contribution and matching program
• Paid parking
• Financial assistance and support for CPA studies
• Opportunities to learn and develop new skills
• A supportive leadership team invested in your success
• Team events and celebrations throughout the year
• Additional time off during the Christmas season
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• The opportunity to grow with an established and continually evolving firm

More Than an CPA Candidate Role

At EBT, being a CPA Candidate means more than gaining experience toward your designation. It's an opportunity to develop technical expertise, build trusted client relationships, and gain exposure to a wide variety of accounting, tax, assurance, and advisory work.

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