Senior Accountant

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Earls Cove; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected public accounting firm on the Sunshine Coast is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their team. In this role, you'll prepare financial statements, mentor junior staff, and liaise with clients, providing a great opportunity for professional growth while enjoying a vibrant coastal lifestyle. The firm values work-life balance and offers a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Competitive compensation and flexibility

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end financial statements and working papers for audits.
• Mentor junior team members and supervise their work.
• Meet with clients to present financials and provide strategic advice.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Planning

Education

Completion of a professional accounting program (CPA preferred)

Tools

QuickBooks

CaseWare

Excel

Job description

Location : Relocation to small region in BC

Job Type : Full-time

Salary : $60,000-85,000 per year + Bonus +Relocation Costs

Job Number : 16680448

Confidential Opportunity: Senior Accountant – Sunshine Coast, BC

A well-established and respected public accounting firm located on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their collaborative and client-focused team. This is a unique opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of coastal living.

As a key member of the firm, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for preparing year-end financial statements and tax returns, mentoring junior staff, and liaising directly with clients. This is an ideal role for a technically strong accountant with strong interpersonal skills who values work-life balance and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end financial statements and working papers for audits, reviews, and compilations
• Develop and update review/compilation plans for ongoing clients
• Prepare and review corporate, personal, trust, and not-for-profit tax returns
• Oversee and file personal tax returns and supervise the e-filing process
• Conduct fieldwork for review engagements
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, reviewing their work and offering training as needed
• Meet with clients to present financials, address inquiries, and provide strategic advice
• Provide basic bookkeeping support, including payroll, government remittances (GST, PST, WCB), and related documentation
• Assist clients with accounting software and workflow optimization
• Prepare and lead internal training sessions
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
  
  

Qualifications

• Completion of a professional accounting program (CPA designation is preferred but not required)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in public accounting
• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax (corporate and personal) and financial reporting standards
• Previous supervisory experience with strong planning, communication, and mentoring skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in software such as QuickBooks, CaseWare, Profile, Excel, and other industry-standard tools
• Strong understanding of CPA Canada standards and the Income Tax Act
  
  

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to live and work in a vibrant coastal community
• Supportive team environment with room for growth
• High-impact role with meaningful customer interaction
• Competitive compensation and flexibility
  
  

This is a confidential search. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

If you are a motivated, client-focused professional ready to take the next step in your accounting career, we encourage you to apply today.

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