Staff Accountant, Articling (January 2027 Cohort)

Wilkinson & Company LLP; Belleville; Vor Ort; CAD 48.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Small firm culture

Mentorship program

CPA career path

Zusammenfassung

Wilkinson & Company LLP in Belleville is seeking a full-time entry-level professional to join our public accounting team. You will prepare working papers, financial statements, and engagements across audits, reviews, and tax.

You must have completed your university degree and be eligible to enroll in the CPA PEP; a Bachelor’s in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting) is preferred. Familiarity with Caseware, TaxPrep, QuickBooks or Sage is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• University degree completed; CPA PEP enrollment eligible.
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting preferred).
• Public accounting experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of accounting standards and the Income Tax Act.
• Experience with Caseware, TaxPrep, QuickBooks or Simply Accounting is beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Prepare working papers, financial statements, and compilations.
• Assist with audits, reviews, and tax engagements.
• Collaborate with clients, managers, and partners.
• Investigate discrepancies and problem-solve with your team.
• Gain experience with industry software.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Teamwork

Client service experience

Accounting software familiarity

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting)

Eligible to enroll in CPA PEP

Tools

Caseware

TaxPrep

QuickBooks

Sage

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role:

Location: Belleville
Position Type: Full-Time
Position Status: Current Vacancy
Pay Range: $48,000 - $60,000

Why Choose Wilkinson?:

• Real experience: Get hands-on exposure to audits, tax, and advisory work.
• Industry variety: Work with clients across agriculture, manufacturing, services, and more.
• Networking & mentorship: Build lasting connections through our Buddy Program and firm events.
• Future career path: Great leadership and development opportunities available!
• We will be able to provide you with the practical experience required for achieving your CPA designation and successfully practicing as a Certified Professional Accountant.
• Our CPA students have had an excellent 95%+ pass rate on the CPA Common Final Exam (CFE).

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare working papers, financial statements & compilations.
• Assist with audits, reviews & tax engagements.
• Investigate discrepancies and problem-solve with your team.
• Collaborate directly with clients, managers & partners.
• Gain experience with industry software (Caseware, TaxPrep, QuickBooks, Sage).
• Bring your curiosity and passion to everything you do!

What You’ll Bring to the Role:

• Applicants must have completed their university degree and be prepared and eligible to enroll in the CPA Professional Education Program (CPA PEP).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Specializing in Accounting is preferred);
• Previous public accounting related experience is an asset;
• Knowledge of accounting standards and the Income Tax Act.
• Previous client/customer service related experience is an asset;
• The ability to work effectively as a member of the team;
• The ability to effectively communicate with peers and clients both written and orally; and
• Experience working with, or familiarity with accounting and tax software such as Caseware, Tax Prep, Quickbooks and Simply Accounting is beneficial.

Perks of Joining Us:

• Small firm culture, big learning opportunities.
• Balanced lifestyle with meaningful work.
• A clear path to CPA success.

Additional Information:

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Wilkinson & Company will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) required, and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment experience.

AI Usage:

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are not utilized for recruitment processes. Hiring decisions are made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals.