Senior Accountant

Think Accounting; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical benefits

Education allowance

Fitness allowance

Wellness weekends

Health spending account

Team events

Casual dress code

Job summary

Think Accounting offers a fully remote Senior Accountant role open to candidates across Canada. You will work on full-cycle bookkeeping, GST/HST/PST filings, and month-end reporting for multiple clients, while leveraging cloud accounting tools such as Xero and QuickBooks Online.

The position emphasizes advisory work, tax planning, and scalable processes within a flexible, growth-focused firm. You’ll mentor junior staff, engage in continuous professional development, and have opportunities to

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years in a public accounting firm in accounting/tax.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks Online, Dext, Hubdoc).
• Experience with financial statements preparation software (Caseware, Countable).
• CPA designation or working toward one.
• Knowledge of GAAP and Canadian tax rules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive, customer-centric with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple clients.
• Provide top-notch client support and respond to questions.
• Prepare and file GST/HST/PST returns.
• Deliver month-end reports as Controllership service.
• Prepare compilations and corporate tax returns.
• Provide tax planning scenarios for clients.
• Document SOPs for clients.
• Draft accounting/tax memos and guidance.
• Prepare forecasts and cash flow analyses for advisory services.
• Lead responses to CRA queries and registrations.
• Mentor junior staff and offshore team.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Canadian tax rules

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer-centric

Multitasking

Education

CPA designation or in progress

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Dext

Hubdoc

iFirm

Taxprep

Profile

Caseware

Countable

Job description

This is a remote position and you can work from your home office anywhere in Canada.

About You

Are you a skilled and ambitious accountant with a passion for the latest cloud technology in the accounting space? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

At Think Accounting, we understand that small and medium-sized businesses need to focus on growth, not get bogged down by accounting and taxes. That's why our mission is to provide proactive advice and superior customer service, enabling our clients to concentrate on what they do best. As a Senior Accountant, you will play a crucial role in helping businesses thrive.

We foster a virtual work environment, allowing flexibility and remote work options.

By joining our team, you will have ample opportunities for professional development and advancement within our firm. We believe in recognizing and nurturing talent, empowering you to reach your full potential.

If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking accounting firm that combines innovation and expertise, we want to hear from you. Discover more about our company and what we offer at www.thinkaccounting.ca.

Why Us?

• Work with great clients solving hard problems
• Opportunity to learn all aspects of accounting - Cloud Accounting, Tax Planning, Advisory and more.
• 100% remote (work from your home office)
• Flexibility around your schedule
• "Wellness Weekends" in the Summer
• Medical Benefits and a generous Health Spending Account ("HSA")
• Education allowance to advance your career
• Fitness allowance to keep your body and mind healthy!
• Superb culture - be a part of a team that is fun, smart and supportive
• No formal dress code
• Exciting team events and retreats during the year

Responsibilities

• Review full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple clients.
• Provide top notch support to your clients' questions.
• Review, prepare and file GST/HST/PST returns.
• Review, prepare and present month-end reports to clients as a Controllership service.
• Review and prepare Compilation Engagements and Corporate tax returns.
• Provide tax planning advice and scenarios for clients.
• Ensure appropriate documentation of standard operating procedures for your clients.
• Research and draft technical memos or guidance on accounting and tax issues.
• Prepare Forecasts and Cash Flow analysis for clients as part of Advisory services.
• Lead responses to CRA queries, government registrations and other related matters.
• Supervise, coach and mentor junior staff members and offshore team.

Note

Think Accounting does not practice Assurance. As such, please do not apply if you wish to specialize in Review and Audit engagements.

Qualifications and Skills

• MUST HAVE - Minimum 3 years experience in a public accounting firm in the accounting/tax role.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting software, such as Xero, Quickbooks Online, Dext, Hubdoc and Tax software such as iFirm, Taxprep or Profile.
• Experience with financial statements preparation software, such as Caseware or Countable
• CPA designation or working toward one.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and Canadian taxation rules.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive problem solver with a customer centric focus.
• Excellent organizational skills, takes accountability and ability to multitask competing priorities.
• Team player, energetic and highly motivated with a desire to learn.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, perks, flexible working hours, and plenty of opportunity for training and development. If you are looking to build a strong foundation for your future, or continue to build your significant skills, this is the job for you.