Part-Time Staff Accountant

Part-Time Staff Accountant

Location: Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia

Position: Part-Time (Flexible Hours)

About Us

Jessome & Hart Chartered Professional Accountants Inc. is a growing CPA firm dedicated to providing exceptional accounting, tax, and advisory services to individuals and businesses across Nova Scotia. We believe great client service starts with a great team. That's why we strive to create a positive, supportive workplace where people are respected, trusted, and given the flexibility to balance their professional and personal lives. You'll work directly with clients, gain exposure to a variety of accounting and tax engagements, and have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within our firm.

We are looking for an experienced Part-Time Staff Accountant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys public practice, values flexibility, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

What You'll Do

• Prepare year-end financial statements, working paper files, and supporting documentation
• Prepare corporate, personal, and trust income tax returns
• Perform bookkeeping and month-end accounting
• Prepare GST/HST returns and government remittances
• Communicate professionally with clients to gather information and answer questions
• Assist with a variety of accounting, tax, and advisory engagements
• Work collaboratively with partners and team members to deliver exceptional client service

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years of public accounting experience (preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite programs
• Experience working with Sage and QuickBooks Online
• Strong background in accounting and bookkeeping
• Knowledge of Caseware and TaxPrep programs will be considered an asset

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• A strong team player who enjoys collaborating with others
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Dependable, honest, and professional
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities
• Motivated with a strong work ethic
• Positive, friendly, and client-focused
• A critical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
• Committed to producing high-quality work

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Flexible part-time schedule that supports work-life balance
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Group RRSP with employer matching
• Paid professional development and continuing education opportunities
• A collaborative and respectful team environment
• Exposure to a diverse client base and a wide variety of accounting and tax engagements
• Modern technology and software to help you work efficiently
• A firm that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous professional growth

If you're looking for a flexible opportunity with a growing CPA firm where your contributions are valued, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you'd be a great fit for our team to the attention of Tiffany Hart, Office Manager, by email to [email protected].

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.