Staff Accountant

About the Firm

We are a small, owner-led CPA firm based in Vancouver. Compared with many local public accounting firms, our workload is significantly lighter, except during tax season. Even during peak periods, overtime expectations are well below industry norms.

We value work-life balance, a family-friendly environment, and a respectful, supportive team culture. Our office atmosphere is collaborative and personal—colleagues work closely together and build long-term professional relationships.

This role is ideal for someone seeking a stable, long-term position in public practice with reasonable hours and sustainable growth.

We are seeking a Full-Time Accountant with2 to 4 years of local public accounting firm experience to join our team on a long-term basis.

The successful candidate will workon-siteat our Vancouver office and contribute consistently to the firm’s client service and internal operations.

• Immediately, or
• Early May, following the completion of tax season

• Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, primarily T1s and T2s, with occasional T3s and T5013 partnership returns
• Compile financial statements
• Prepare and file GST and PST returns
• Payroll experience is an asset
• Communicate directly with the CRA on client matters
• Communicate directly with clients in a professional manner, including email correspondence, telephone communication and in-person meetings (if required)
• Perform general accounting and bookkeeping tasks
• Assist colleagues and support a collaborative office environment
• Handle light office administrative duties as required
• Manage multiple files and deadlines, particularly during tax season

• 2 to 4 years
  of experience in a
  local public accounting firm
• Experience with accounting and tax software such as:
  Caseware, Profile
  , Microsoft Office, Jazzit, Sage 50/Quick Books, etc.
• Experience working in a
  professional firm environment
  with direct client interaction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience preparing compilation and review (not mandatory) engagements and tax returns
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Able to work under pressure during peak periods
• Bilingual:
  English and Chinese (
  Mandarin and/or Cantonese required
  )
• Currently enrolled in, or completed, the CPA program
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Willing and able to work on-site during regular business hours
• Demonstrated interest in long-term professional development and stability in public practice

• Standard 7.5-hour workday
• Compensation is based on experience
• Compensation may be slightly below large-firm market levels, balanced by: short and more predictable working hours;
  significantly reduced overtime during tax season
  ; supportive, close-knit, and family-friendly team culture
• This position is intended as a long-term role, with opportunities for ongoing growth within the firm

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter indicating your availability start date and interest in a long-term position to:

All applications will be treated confidentially. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.