Articling Student

Job summary

The Articling Student will perform client service work across accounting, assurance, and tax engagements. They will handle challenging assignments for a diverse range of clients across various industries.

Job details

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 an Articling Student 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: As an Articling Student, you will be exposed to all aspects of client service work including accounting, assurance and tax engagements. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging assignments for a variety of clients in diverse industries. What you bring to the table: The desire to obtain a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in a mid-size public accounting firm Completed a Bachelor degree program that meets the pre-requisites for enrollment in the CPA Professional Education Program Ready to start the CPA program by Fall of 2027 Good academic standing Great organization and communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Word Ability to excel in high pressure working environment Involvement in extra-curricular activities outside of academics Experience or desire to work in a team-based environment What's in it for you: Gain real-world accounting and business experience Receive mentorship and support from a diverse group of CPA's Tuition, dues and fess paid for Build your professional network Earn competitive wages Work in a fun working environment Join in on social gatherings Where you'll work: We are currently hiring for our offices in Uptown, Westshore and Sidney Job type: Full -time, permanent Your schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch. In March and April, hours switch to 8:00am - 5:00pm. In July and August, hours switch to 8:30am - 4:30pm. Overtime is required during busy season. Salary Range: $50,000-$58,000 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. #PeopleFirst

What you’ll do

The Articling Student will perform client service work across accounting, assurance, and tax engagements. They will handle challenging assignments for a diverse range of clients across various industries.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree meeting CPA PEP prerequisites and be ready to start the CPA program by Fall 2027. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a desire to obtain a CPA designation are required.

Benefits

• Mentorship and support from CPAs • Tuition, dues and fees paid • Professional networking opportunities • Competitive wages • Social gatherings

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Assurance · Preferred
• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounting
• Assurance
• Tax engagements
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Organization
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Time management

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting