Senior Accountant, Private Enterprise

Job summary

Prepare and execute Review, Compilation, and White Paper engagements and tax returns for private enterprise clients. Provide mentorship to junior staff and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and value-added insights.

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 invest in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today shape your tomorrow. We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Private Enterprise team. In this role, you will apply your technical expertise to deliver high-quality work, mentor junior team members, and contribute to meaningful outcomes for clients. You will be part of a collaborative team of professionals driven by a shared commitment to excellence—serving our clients, our communities, and one another. Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm committed to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine deep expertise with trusted relationships to help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity. Your role: Prepare and assist in executing a wide range of Review, Compilation, and White Paper engagements for private enterprise clients Prepare T1, T2, T3, T4, T5 returns for private enterprise clients with strong attention to detail and accuracy Assist in preparing financial statements and note disclosures under ASPE Analyze financial information, accounting processes, and operating procedures, identifying issues and recommending improvements Provide proactive communication with clients to ensure clarity, manage expectations, and build strong working relationships Identify opportunities to add value—including tax planning insights, process improvements, and cross-team collaboration Support and mentor junior staff through coaching, training, and on-the-job learning Contribute to a positive team culture by participating in firm initiatives, knowledge sharing, and collaboration What you bring to the table: CPA designation required (or successful completion of the Common Final Examination, with designation in progress) 3+ years of experience in Assurance & Tax within a public practice environment Strong experience preparing: T2 corporate tax returns White Paper files Compilation engagements Review engagements T1 personal tax returns T3 trust returns Strong analytical skills, professional judgment, and exceptional attention to detail Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to excellent client service Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team Experience with Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, QuickBooks Online, and Sage Accounting considered an asset Knowledge of investment holding companies considered an asset What’s in it for you? Competitive total rewards package, including salary and incentives Robust benefits plan (health, dental, life, AD&D, STD/LTD, etc.) RRSP matching Generous paid time off (vacation, personal days, sick days, firm holidays Wellness allowance Complimentary on-site gym Free parking Dress-for-your-day flexibility Growth-focused coaching, mentoring, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities Paid professional dues Work-life integration: remote work opportunities, compressed workweek options, and more A fun, engaging workplace culture with social events, lunch-and-learns, yoga, therapy dog visits, Staff Day, free snacks, and more Where you’ll work: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Job type: Permanent, Full-time 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 thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #PeopleFirst

What you’ll do

Prepare and execute Review, Compilation, and White Paper engagements and tax returns for private enterprise clients. Provide mentorship to junior staff and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and value-added insights.

Requirements

Requires a CPA designation or completion of the CFE and at least 3 years of experience in Assurance and Tax within public practice. Proficiency in tax software like TaxPrep and accounting tools like Caseware is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive Total Rewards Package • Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Life Insurance • AD&D Insurance • Short Term Disability • Long Term Disability • RRSP Matching • Paid Time Off • Personal Days • Sick Days • Wellness Allowance • Complimentary On-site Gym • Free Parking • Dress-for-your-day Flexibility • Professional Development Opportunities • Paid Professional Dues • Remote Work Opportunities • Compressed Workweek Options • Social Events • Free Snacks

Listed skills

• Quickbooks Online · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tax Preparation
• Financial Statement Preparation
• ASPE
• Corporate Tax Returns
• Personal Tax Returns
• Trust Returns
• Caseware
• Caseview
• TaxPrep
• QuickBooks Online
• Sage Accounting
• Audit and Assurance
• Client Relationship Management
• Mentoring
• Analytical Skills
• Professional Judgment

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting