Senior Accountant, Privately Held Biz — Flexible Roles

Grant Thornton - Canada; Kentville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Kentville is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their Privately Held Business Group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for exceptional client service, preparing financial statements, and mentoring junior team members. They should have a degree in accounting and at least 3 years of experience in the field. This role offers a supportive environment to grow both personally and professionally.

Benefits

Profit sharing

Flex days

RRSP contributions

Firmwide holiday closure

Wellness benefits

Work from anywhere in Canada in the summer

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in accounting, preferably public accounting.
• Strong technical experience in accounting and tax.
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional client service and mentorship to junior team members.
• Plan and prepare financial statements and working paper files.
• Prepare and file personal and corporate tax returns.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

University Degree or Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Caseware

Taxprep

QuickBooks

MS Office suite

Job description

A leading professional services firm in Kentville is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their Privately Held Business Group. The ideal candidate will be responsible for exceptional client service, preparing financial statements, and mentoring junior team members. They should have a degree in accounting and at least 3 years of experience in the field. This role offers a supportive environment to grow both personally and professionally.