Senior Accountant, Private Enterprise
Top Benefits
About the role
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
About Baker Tilly Canada
With member firms from coast to coast, the Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative is one of the country’s largest associations of chartered professional accounting firms. As an all-Canadian network, we have a longstanding reputation for value-added audit, tax and advisory solutions, due to the depth and breadth of our in-house skills, customized offerings and service excellence. Through our strong network infrastructure, shared expertise, resources and offices across the country, our independent member firms provide clients ranging in size from large, publicly traded companies to owner-managed and emerging businesses with a full complement of professional services across every major industry sector.
Globally connected We are proud to be an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a network which extends across 141 territories, with 43,000 people working out of more than 658 offices. Our membership gives us significant global reach in addition to our national presence.
At Baker Tilly International, we believe in the power of great relationships, great conversations and great futures. They represent what we stand for and what we are working together to achieve. Find out more at www.bakertilly.global.
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Senior Accountant, Private Enterprise
Top Benefits
About the role
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
About Baker Tilly Canada
With member firms from coast to coast, the Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative is one of the country’s largest associations of chartered professional accounting firms. As an all-Canadian network, we have a longstanding reputation for value-added audit, tax and advisory solutions, due to the depth and breadth of our in-house skills, customized offerings and service excellence. Through our strong network infrastructure, shared expertise, resources and offices across the country, our independent member firms provide clients ranging in size from large, publicly traded companies to owner-managed and emerging businesses with a full complement of professional services across every major industry sector.
Globally connected We are proud to be an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a network which extends across 141 territories, with 43,000 people working out of more than 658 offices. Our membership gives us significant global reach in addition to our national presence.
At Baker Tilly International, we believe in the power of great relationships, great conversations and great futures. They represent what we stand for and what we are working together to achieve. Find out more at www.bakertilly.global.