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Accounting Associate, Halifax - Starting January 2026 (flexible)

Jeff Purcell Chartered Professional Accountants
Halifax, NS
Posted 3 days ago
Job Details:
Hybrid remote
Full-time
Permanent
Entry Level

We are seeking a recent graduate or CPA student to join our team. Our small 5 person firm assists SME's (small and medium-sized enterprises) and individuals with their accounting, business, and personal tax needs. We provide a high level of personal service to a wide range of clients using latest technologies. As a smaller accounting firm, we offer a broader level of experience that only a small to medium sized firm can offer. We enjoy a great work/life balance, fostering teamwork and excellent client relationships.

A successful candidate will have:

  • Graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (Accounting major) or expecting to graduate by December 2025. Individuals planning to work towards the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Professional Education Program are preferred but not mandatory
  • Self-motivation and a strong work ethic with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Sound judgment and best practices regarding confidential and sensitive matters with excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Experience using Microsoft Office, Sage 50, QuickBooks Online, and Caseware is considered an asset
  • Previous accounting experience is considered an asset
  • Customer service and/or client service experience is considered an asset

Your primary tasks will include:

  • Preparation of financial statements and corporate income tax returns for business year ends
  • Preparation of personal income tax returns
  • Preparation of T3 trust returns and tax information slips (T3's, T4's, T5's etc)
  • Business advisory
  • Controllership
  • Assist clients with CRA audits or reviews
  • Special projects as required

The ideal candidate will be expected to maintain good relationships with the team and clients; show a good deal of initiative and judgment; and be able to recognize and analyze problems and propose sound solutions.

Salary and benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance based incentives
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Reimbursed CPA PEP course fees
  • CPA pre-approved program employer
  • Paid CPA dues & professional development
  • Health spending account
  • Hybrid work environment
  • Flexible working hours
  • Free on-site parking
  • Other benefits

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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About Jeff Purcell Chartered Professional Accountants

About Jeff Purcell Chartered Professional Accountants

We are located in the heart of Clayton Park. Our small 5 person firm assists SME’s (small and medium-sized enterprises) and individuals with their accounting, corporate, and personal tax needs. We provide a high level of personal service to a wide range of clients using the latest technology. At a smaller accounting firm, you will gain a broader level of experience that only a small to medium sized firm can offer. We foster teamwork and excellent client relationships. We offer good work/life balance,competitive salaries and benefits.