Staff Accountant (CPA Student), Assurance & Advisory

Job summary

Work on assurance and tax engagements for owner-managed businesses, preparing compilations, corporate and personal tax returns, working papers, and financial reporting support. Build client relationships, identify opportunities to add value, collaborate with colleagues, manage assigned work independently, and contribute to special projects.

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 a Staff Accountant (CPA Student), Assurance & Advisory 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: Work on a variety of assurance and tax engagements for owner-managed businesses across diverse industries. Prepare compilations, corporate and personal tax returns, and supporting working papers. Assist clients with financial reporting. Develop a strong understanding of clients’ businesses and identify opportunities to add value through proactive service. Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, team members, and partners. Collaborate within a cross-functional team environment while also managing assigned work independently. Participate in special projects and other engagements as assigned by senior staff and partners. What you bring to the table: Completion of a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (Accounting/Finance major) Eligibility to enroll in CPA PEP Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Familiarity with basic accounting concepts (balance sheet, income statement, etc.) You are an excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills Be a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail You have strong interpersonal skills and are an excellent problem solver You are proficient in, and willing to learn various computer applications Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview and TaxPrep is an asset (but not required) What’s in it for you? Competitive total rewards package, including salary and incentive program Robust benefits plan (health, dental, life, dependent life, AD&D, STD, LTD, etc.) RRSP matching Generous paid time off package (vacation, personal, sick, firm holidays, etc.) Health & Wellness Spending Accounts Cell phone allowance Complimentary on-site gym Free, plentiful parking Dress for your day, including casual Growth-focused coaching, mentoring, feedback, and growth plan reviews Learning and professional development opportunities as well as paid professional dues Work-life integration (professional flexibility, working remotely opportunities, compressed work weeks, EFAP, etc.) Fun at work year-round with firm-sponsored social events, yoga, lunch and learns, registered massage therapy visits, espresso happy hours, free snacks and meals, teambuilding events, therapy dog visit, off-site Staff Day, etc. Where you’ll work: Dartmouth, NS Job type: Permanent, Full-time (starting Fall 2027) Deadline: Interviews will be starting the week of September 21st and will continue until all roles are filled 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

Work on assurance and tax engagements for owner-managed businesses, preparing compilations, corporate and personal tax returns, working papers, and financial reporting support. Build client relationships, identify opportunities to add value, collaborate with colleagues, manage assigned work independently, and contribute to special projects.

Requirements

Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration with an accounting or finance major and be eligible to enroll in CPA PEP. They should have foundational accounting knowledge, strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, motivation, and willingness to learn computer applications; Caseware/Caseview and TaxPrep knowledge is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive Total Rewards Package
• Incentive Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• RRSP Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Health and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Cell Phone Allowance
• On-Site Gym
• Free Parking
• Professional Development
• Paid Professional Dues
• Remote Work Opportunities
• Compressed Work Weeks
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Firm-Sponsored Social Events

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Assurance · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Assurance
• Tax Preparation
• Compilation Engagements
• Financial Reporting
• Accounting
• Analytical Thinking
• Critical Thinking
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving
• Client Relationship Management
• Team Collaboration
• Independent Work Management
• Caseware/Caseview

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting

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