Intermediate Staff Accountant

Markham, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

$85,000–$95,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Nov 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Conduct audit, review, compilation, and tax engagements for clients across multiple industries, including preparing working papers, financial statements, disclosures, and tax filings. Manage client relationships and engagement progress, mentor junior staff, support CRA reviews, and contribute to process improvement and business development.

Job details

A collaborative professional services firm in the accounting industry is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This role offers exposure to a diverse client portfolio and the opportunity to work across assurance, tax, advisory, and client relationship management functions. It is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing technical accounting work with hands-on client interaction in a fast-paced environment. About the Role Reporting to senior leadership, this position will support a variety of assurance and tax engagements for clients across multiple industries. The role combines technical accounting responsibilities with opportunities to mentor junior staff, contribute to process improvements, and support ongoing client relationships. What You’ll Do Conduct Audit and Review including planning, design and perform appropriate procedures and testings, prepare working papers, financial statements and note disclosure in accordance with ASPE Streamline the preparation of year-end engagements (e.g. compilation) and tax returns for clients across diverse industries Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses; manage multiple files simultaneously Handle pre- and post- assessment reviews inquired by the CRA including analytical support, collection of information and preparation of responses Prepare and review T1, T2, GST/HST, T4 and T5 Establish and cultivate positive working relationships with clients and promptly address their requests and suggestions Maintain prompt communication with manager/partner regarding progress updates and issues while coaching and mentoring junior team members Contribute to business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities with existing clients What You Bring CPA designation or CFE completed 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), ASPE, and Canadian taxation Experience working with accounting and tax software including Caseware, TaxPrep, TaxPrep forms and Quickbooks Understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles Why Join This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and team-oriented professional services environment where employees are encouraged to expand their technical expertise and client advisory skills. The role offers exposure to a variety of industries, direct interaction with leadership, and opportunities for long-term professional development within a growing practice.

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Requirements

Requires a CPA designation or completed CFE and 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of GAAP, ASPE, and Canadian taxation, experience with Caseware, TaxPrep, TaxPrep Forms, and QuickBooks, and an understanding of business, accounting, management, and practice development.