Accounting Associate

PURCELL MORETTO CPA INC.
Clayton Park, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Accounting Associate - Starting May 2026 (flexible)
Full-time permanent

We are seeking an individual expecting to graduate in the spring of 2026 with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting major) to join our team. Our 6 person firm assists SME's (small and medium-sized enterprises) and individuals with their accounting, business, and income 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 and a hybrid working environment that fosters teamwork and excellent client relationships.

A successful candidate will have:

• Recently graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting major) or expecting to graduate by April 2026.
• Individuals planning to complete 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, bookkeeping or income tax 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 Estate tax returns and tax information slips (T3's, T4's, T5's etc)
• Business advisory
• Controllership
• Assist clients with CRA audits or reviews
• Supervision of new hires
• 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.

At Purcell Moretto CPA Inc., we recognize that our employees are critical to our success. We offer excellent career growth opportunities, and we strongly believe in a healthy work/life balance and offer great benefits.

Salary and benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, firm holidays, etc)
• Performance based incentives
• Opportunities for advancement
• Reimbursed CPA PEP fees
• CPA pre-approved program employer
• Paid CPA dues
• Paid professional development
• Health & wellness 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.