Staff Accountant

Baker Tilly Canada; Meaford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory and accounting firm is seeking a Staff Accountant in Meaford, ON. In this role, you will prepare tax returns and compilation engagements, manage bookkeeping tasks, and collaborate with a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Accounting and strong technical skills. The position offers a permanent, full-time schedule with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonuses

Paid CPA fees

Wellness and fitness incentives

Health benefits (Disability Insurance, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Health & Vision)

Qualifications

• Proven technical abilities in preparing compilation engagements and tax returns.
• Tech savvy with knowledge of accounting and tax software.
• Ability to work independently in a high-volume work environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing compilation engagements and personal income tax returns.
• Performing bookkeeping tasks and reconciling accounts.
• Preparing working papers, financial statements, and corporate tax returns according to standards.

Skills

Technical skills in preparing compilation engagements

Knowledge of tax and accounting principles

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Time-management abilities

Education

College or university degree in Accounting, Finance or Business

Tools

Tax Prep

CaseWare

Sage

QuickBooks

MS Office

Job description

Overview

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 Staff 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.”

Responsibilities

• Preparing compilation engagements
• Preparing personal income tax returns and preparing information slips (T4, T5)
• Bookkeeping tasks including recording transactions, reconciling bank and credit card accounts, preparing HST returns
• Participating in the efficient preparation and completion of working papers, financial statements, and corporate tax returns for compilation engagements, according to firm and regulatory standards for clients in various businesses
• Effective preparation and completion of tax assignments, including preparation of tax returns (T1, T2, HST), and to ensure queries are cleared and deadlines are met

What you bring to the table

• A college or university degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Proven technical abilities in preparing compilation engagements, and corporate and personal income tax returns
• Tech savvy; proven technical skills in accounting and tax
• Sound working knowledge of tax and accounting principles
• Accounting, tax, and software knowledge, i.e.: Tax Prep, CaseWare, Sage and QuickBooks
• Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation to work independently in a high-volume work environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A willingness to continually expand one’s professional skill set, learn on the job, take on additional responsibilities as required and respond to and thrive in a dynamic work environment
• Candidates must be flexible to work overtime during peak business periods – any overtime worked will be paid or recorded as in-lieu time to be taken at a later date

What’s in it for you

• Annual bonuses
• Paid CPA fees
• Wellness and fitness incentives
• Health benefits (Disability Insurance, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Health & Vision)

Where you’ll work

Meaford, ON

Job type

Permanent Full-time

Your schedule

Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm

Salary

$50,000 - $60,000, commensurate on experience

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. Position Status: Existing Vacancy. The position has become available due to employee departure and we are actively seeking a qualified candidate to fill this role. 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.