Senior Audit and Assurance Accountant

Baker Tilly Canada; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Baker Tilly, a leading advisory and accounting firm, as a Senior Accountant, where you will leverage your expertise in audit and tax preparation. You'll be part of an ambitious team committed to making a meaningful impact in client relationships, with opportunities for professional growth, flexible arrangements, and comprehensive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements after training

3 weeks paid vacation to start

Competitive compensation

Employer paid benefits package including health and dental

Enhanced mental health benefits

RRSP matching program

Leadership team committed to your success

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience at public accounting firm, including 2 years audit.
• Experience in preparation of tax returns and audits.
• Interest in managing and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare audit engagements and tax returns.
• Lead audits and resolve engagement issues.
• Manage and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Problem solving and analytical skills

Ability to prioritize and manage deliverables

Education

University degree in commerce or accounting

CPA designation or CPA in waiting

Tools

Caseware

Taxprep/iFirm

Quickbooks

Job description

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Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your role:

• Preparation of compilation, review and audit engagements
• Preparation of corporate, personal and trust income tax returns
• Preparation of tax slips (T3, T4, T5, etc.)
• Performing and leading audits
• Identifying and resolving engagement issues
• Supporting year-end planning
• Developing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships
• Direct field work and informing manager(s) of the engagement status
• Developing strong technical audit, accounting and tax skills
  
  
  

What you bring to the table:

• University degree in commerce or accounting
• Attained a Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA, CA) or CPA in waiting
• 3+ years experience at public accounting firm with a minimum of two years of audit and assurance experience
• Working knowledge of Caseware, Taxprep/iFirm, Keystone, and Quickbooks preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Interest in managing and developing others
• Ability to prioritize and manage deliverables, adhering to time and budget constraints
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines, which can be conflicting with one another
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to work and learn
• An inclination for attention to detail and accuracy
• A desire to be an integral part of a fun team environment
  
  
  

What's in it for you?

• Flexible working arrangements once training is complete
• Flex time and banked overtime program (say hello to summer Fridays off)
• 3 weeks paid vacation to start moving to 4 weeks once CPA designation is received
• Challenging and varied assignments
• Ongoing training and support for professional development
• Competitive compensation
• Employer paid benefits package including comprehensive health and dental starting from day one
• Enhanced mental health benefits
• Wellness subsidy
• RRSP matching program
• A leadership team committed to your success
• A professional, fun and friendly working environment
  
  
  

Where you'll work:

Peterborough, ON

Job Type:

Permanent, Full-time

Salary range:

Will be communicated at a later stage in the hiring process.

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:

Position Status: Existing Vacancy

We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting

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