senior accountant

Bussey Porter Hetu; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP

Paid vacation

Flexible work arrangements

Life insurance

On-site parking

Job summary

Bussey Porter Hetu is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing Chartered Professional Accounting firm in St. John's, NL.

You will provide expert accounting, tax, and advisory services to a diverse client base, supporting engagements from planning through delivery and collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality outcomes. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in public accounting, strong communication skills, and proficiency with CaseWare, Profile, Sage, and QuickBooks

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in public accounting.
• Experience preparing financial statements and tax returns.
• Proficiency with CaseWare, Profile, Sage and QBO is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and supervise audit, review, and compilation engagements.
• Prepare corporate, personal, and trust tax returns.
• Evaluate financial information and provide practical client solutions.
• Deliver high-quality accounting services with professionalism and clear client communication.
• Collaborate with the engagement team to ensure timely completion of work.

Skills

Public accounting

Client communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA designation (asset)

Tools

CaseWare

Profile

Sage

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Posted on August 11, 2026 by Employer details Bussey Porter Hetu

senior accountant

Bussey Porter Hetu is currently seeking an experience accounting professional looking to join a dynamic and growing firm. We are seeking a Senior Accountant to provide expert accounting, tax, and advisory services to our diverse client base. As a locally owned Chartered Professional Accounting firm affiliated with Porter Hétu International, we are committed to delivering outstanding financial, tax, and advisory services to our clients. Our firm has experienced significant growth in recent years, and we are looking to expand our professional team with individuals who share our dedication to excellence. Due to the upcoming retirement of a valued long-term Senior Accountant, we are seeking an experienced professional to join our team and fill this key role.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute Audit, Review, and Compilation engagements
• Analyze, prepare, and file corporate, personal, and trust income tax returns
• Evaluate financial information and provide practical solutions to client issues, both personal and corporate
• Deliver high-quality accounting services while maintaining strong professionalism and effective communication with clients
• Collaborate closely with engagement team members to ensure timely and accurate completion of client work

Skills and Experience

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is considered an asset but is not required
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in public accounting, including preparation of financial statements and tax returns
• Experience with CaseWare, Profile, Sage, and QuickBooks Online (QBO) is an asset
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with business owners and managers, both locally and internationally
• Proven ability to work independently, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Full-time, permanent position (Monday to Friday)
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive group health and dental benefits, including life insurance
• RRSP plan
• Paid vacation
• Flexible work arrangements (flex time)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $60,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Experience

• public practice: 3 years (required)

Language

• English (required)

Location

• St. John's, NL A1B 4M6 (required)

Work Location

• In person

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