Senior Staff Accountant

Cathie Hunt CPA Professional Corporation | Collingwood, ON

Join Our Growing Team

Cathie Hunt CPA Professional Corporation is a full-service accounting firm based in the South Georgian Bay area, with an office in Collingwood, Ontario.

We pride ourselves on delivering personal, high-quality client service through trusted advice and practical insight. Our firm operates as one collaborative team, supporting clients as they grow and evolve.

We are currently seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join our team, reporting directly to the Managing Director.

This posting reflects an existing vacancy within the firm.

The Opportunity

This is a full-time position (30 hours per week), working Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with occasional overtime during peak periods.

The role is hybrid, combining on-site work at our Collingwood office (391 First Street, Unit 201-6) with remote work from a dedicated home office. Client service is a priority; therefore, regular on-site presence is required, with flexibility to work from home when operationally appropriate.

This role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys end-to-end file ownership, values strong client relationships, and is seeking a sustainable alternative to traditional public accounting hours.

Compensation

• Expected annual compensation: $62,400 – $74,880
• (Based on a schedule of 30 hours per week and commensurate with experience and education)

We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefits (dental, disability, extended health, life insurance, vision care)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick days
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• Ongoing professional development aligned with role responsibilities
• A supportive, people-first firm culture focused on quality, balance, and collaboration

Position Overview

As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality client service, technical excellence, and operational efficiency. You will manage files independently, apply strong professional judgment, and contribute meaningfully to both client outcomes and firm operations.

The successful candidate will be fully experienced based on the qualifications required for the role and ready to operate with a high degree of autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

Client Service & Technical Delivery

• Prepare complex compilation (Notice to Reader) engagements for private corporations
• Prepare and review personal (T1), and corporate (T2) income tax returns
• Provide comprehensive accounting and tax services while ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Research accounting and tax issues and propose practical, client-focused solutions
• Apply strong technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and tax compliance requirements
• Leverage technology to enhance service delivery, efficiency, and knowledge sharing
• Build trusted, long-term client relationships and serve as a key point of contact on assigned engagements

Team Collaboration

• Contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented environment
• Share knowledge and best practices to support overall team effectiveness
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders

Operational Excellence

• Manage deadlines and deliverables in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
• Promote process improvement and consistent, high-quality work standards
• Take ownership of assigned files and responsibilities with professionalism and accountability

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Commerce (with an accounting concentration), or Business Administration (Accounting)
• Successful completion of the Common Final Examination (CFE) would be considered a strong asset
• 2–4 years of public accounting experience supporting private corporations
• Strong experience preparing Notice to Reader (NTR) engagements
• Demonstrated expertise preparing T1, and T2 income tax returns
• Experience working with owner-managed and small business clients is an asset

Professional Credentials

• CPA designation is considered a strong asset
• Candidates must be beyond the CPA student stage and capable of operating independently in a senior role

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with accounting and tax software such as TaxCycle, CaseWare, QuickBooks Online, Sage 50, and Taxprep
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Comfort using virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom)

Professional Competencies

• Strong commitment to outstanding client service
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, discretion, and strict confidentiality
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving ability
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Ability to work from a dedicated home office suitable for confidential work and virtual collaboration

Cathie Hunt CPA Professional Corporation does not currently use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants in the hiring process.

How to Apply

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

Please contact us if you require accommodation during the recruitment process or need this posting in an alternative format.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates who are interviewed will be notified of the hiring decision within 45 days of their interview. Successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check as a condition of employment.