Senior Accountant, Tax and Advisory Services

Level up your accounting career with GGFL! Go beyond the numbers.

At GGFL, our work is our pride, people are our strength, we embrace change and grow with it, and we work collaboratively.

We’re Ottawa’s go-to tax planning and accounting firm for successful business owners. Entrepreneurs and local leaders trust us to help them navigate complex financial decisions—from reorganizations and estate planning to corporate tax strategies with confidence, clarity, and practical advice tailored to their goals.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented, client‑focused Senior Staff Accountant who is ready to grow their career in tax and advisory services. You’re confident in your technical skills, curious by nature, and enjoy helping clients (and teammates) solve complex problems with thoughtful, practical solutions.

Whether you’re an experienced Senior Staff Accountant or an emerging tax professional ready for the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

And now, we want you to join our incredible team!

• Assisting with corporate planning, reorganizations and related tax elections
• Supporting tax and estate planning engagements for owner‑managed businesses
• Researching complex tax issues and drafting technical memoranda
• Preparing and reviewing corporate, personal, trust, and partnership tax returns
• Working closely with Managers and Partners on tax planning initiatives
• Providing tax support and guidance to Assurance team members
• Building strong client relationships through proactive communication and trusted advice
• Continuing to expand your technical tax knowledge and advisory experience

• Interesting work that goes beyond compliance. Work on complex tax engagements including reorganizations, estate planning, and advisory projects that challenge you and expand your expertise.
• Learn from experienced tax leaders. Collaborate closely with Managers and Partners who are invested in mentoring, coaching, and helping you grow your technical skills.
• Build a long‑term career in tax. Whether your goal is technical specialization or leadership, we’ll help you shape a career path that fits your ambitions.
• Support for advanced tax education. Interested in the CPA Canada In‑Depth Tax Program and other advanced tax learning? We’ll support your development when the timing is right for you and the team.
• Client facing. We believe client interaction from the onset builds the best relationships and is the most rewarding for the team.
• Flexibility that actually works. We prioritize collaboration, flexibility, and a culture that respects work‑life balance.
• The extras don’t hurt either. Paid overtime, a bonus holiday week in December, Fridays off in the summer, free onsite parking, and a welcoming team environment.

• 2+ years of tax experience in public accounting
• Hands‑on experience with tax planning, reorganizations, estate planning, or tax research
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Confidence navigating complex tax issues and communicating solutions clearly
• A collaborative approach and willingness to share knowledge with teammates
• Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to continue developing your tax expertise
• A client‑first mindset and the ability to build trusted relationships

Let’s build something great together. Apply now and bring your passion for accounting to GGFL.

GGFL is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process. Please contact P& if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.