senior accountant

Magnolia Recruitment Inc.; Richmond; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional accounting firm in Richmond is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage assurance, tax, and accounting engagements for local businesses. You will lead client files, mentor junior staff, and provide expert business advice. The ideal candidate has CPA designation or is nearing completion, with over 3 years of public practice experience. Competitive salary of $80,000 - $90,000 annually, along with performance bonuses and career growth opportunities, are part of the offer.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Health spending account

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities (partner track potential)

Qualifications

• 3+ years public practice experience.
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Manage assurance, tax, and accounting engagements for local businesses.
• Lead client files and provide technical expertise.
• Supervise junior staff.
• Deliver hands-on business advice.
• Mentor junior accountants.
• Advise on cash flow and budgeting.

Skills

Proficient in CanTax

Proficient in QuickBooks Online

Proficient in CaseWare

Proficient in Excel

Proficient in Word

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Conversational Cantonese

Conversational Mandarin

Education

CPA designation (or nearing completion)

Tools

CanTax

QuickBooks Online

CaseWare

Excel

Word

Job description

Senior Accountant

Full-Time | Richmond, BC (hybrid)

On behalf of our client, Mak & Fong, we are looking for a Senior Accountant to join their growing team.

Company Summary

Mak & Fong is a professional accounting firm led by Chartered Professional Accountants dedicated to supporting local entrepreneurs with customized services tailored to their unique business needs. Known for our passion, integrity, and personalized approach, we take the time to understand each client's situation and provide honest, dependable advice that helps businesses grow. Experiencing over 20% growth for the last two consecutive years, we are looking for dynamic individuals who share our passion to join our team and grow together. Join us to be part of a firm that values connection, expertise, and client support through every phase of a business journey.

Role Summary

Manage assurance, tax, and accounting engagements for local businesses and professionals. Lead client files, provide technical expertise in Canadian and international standards, supervise junior staff, and deliver hands‑on business advice.

Key Duties

• Lead audit, review, and compilation assignments
• Prepare and review corporate, personal, and trust tax returns with CanTax
• Oversee client bookkeeping and financial reporting using QuickBooks Online
• Ensure compliance with ASPE, IFRS, ASNFPO, and current tax laws
• Mentor junior accountants and act as main client contact
• Advise on cash flow, budgeting, and practice improvements

Requirements

• CPA designation (or nearing completion)
• 3+ years public practice experience
• Proficient in CanTax, QuickBooks Online, CaseWare, Excel, Word
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and IFRS
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Comfortable with conversational Cantonese or Mandarin

The Offer

• Salary range: $80,000 - $90,000/year
• Performance bonus
• Health spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities (partner track potential)

If this role feels right for you and you're excited to grow with a team that values connection, expertise, and client service, we encourage you to apply. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.