Senior Accountant

Magnolia Recruitment Inc.; Richmond; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional accounting firm in Richmond, BC, is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage assurance, tax, and accounting engagements for local businesses. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation (or nearing completion), 3+ years of public practice experience, and proficiency in CanTax and QuickBooks Online. This role includes leading client files, mentoring junior staff, and providing technical expertise. The firm offers a competitive salary of $80,000 - $90,000/year, performance bonuses, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Health spending account

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities (partner track potential)

Qualifications

• 3+ years public practice experience.
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and IFRS required.
• Experience mentoring junior accountants is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage assurance, tax, and accounting engagements.
• Lead audit, review, and compilation assignments.
• Prepare and review corporate, personal, and trust tax returns.

Skills

CPA designation (or nearing completion)

Proficient in CanTax

Proficient in QuickBooks Online

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Comfortable with conversational Cantonese

Comfortable with conversational Mandarin

Education

CPA designation

Tools

CanTax

QuickBooks Online

CaseWare

Excel

Word

Job description

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Full-Time | Richmond, BC (hybrid)

On behalf of our client, Mak & Fong, we are looking for a Senior Accountant to join their growing team.

Company Summary

Mak & Fong is a professional accounting firm led by Chartered Professional Accountants dedicated to supporting local entrepreneurs with customized services tailored to their unique business needs. Known for our passion, integrity, and personalized approach, we take the time to understand each client's situation and provide honest, dependable advice that helps businesses grow. Experiencing over 20% growth for the last two consecutive years, we are looking for dynamic individuals who share our passion to join our team and grow together. Join us to be part of a firm that values connection, expertise, and client support through every phase of a business journey.

Role Summary

Manage assurance, tax, and accounting engagements for local businesses and professionals. Lead client files, provide technical expertise in Canadian and international standards, supervise junior staff, and deliver hands‑on business advice.

Key Duties

• Lead audit, review, and compilation assignments
• Prepare and review corporate, personal, and trust tax returns with CanTax
• Oversee client bookkeeping and financial reporting using QuickBooks Online
• Ensure compliance with ASPE, IFRS, ASNFPO, and current tax laws
• Mentor junior accountants and act as main client contact
• Advise on cash flow, budgeting, and practice improvements

Requirements

• CPA designation (or nearing completion)
• 3+ years public practice experience
• Proficient in CanTax, QuickBooks Online, CaseWare, Excel, Word
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and IFRS
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Comfortable with conversational Cantonese or Mandarin

The Offer

• Salary range: $80,000 - $90,000/year
• Performance bonus
• Health spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities (partner track potential)

If this role feels right for you and you're excited to grow with a team that values connection, expertise, and client service, we encourage you to apply. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.