Senior Staff Accountant – Full-Time (Elmvale ON – In Office)
Salary: $60,000 to $90,000 (commensurate with experience)

About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established full-service accounting firm based in Elmvale Ontario, known for delivering reliable and personalized accounting, tax, and advisory services to a loyal base of small to mid-sized business clients. They are currently seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to join their growing team in a collaborative and client-focused environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who is not pursuing the CPA designation but brings strong practical knowledge in tax and year-end work. If you enjoy a broad scope of responsibilities, leading client files, and working with a tight-knit team, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do

• Manage a portfolio of small business clients and act as their primary accounting contact

• Lead compilation and year-end engagements from start to finish

• Prepare and review corporate, personal, and trust income tax returns

• Oversee bookkeeping, payroll, and periodic government filings (GST/HST, T4s, etc.)

• Assist with CRA audits and correspondence

• Support year-end planning for incorporated businesses

• Identify opportunities for additional client service and planning

• Mentor and review work prepared by junior team members

• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and timely communication

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in accounting (can include both public practice and industry roles)

• Strong working knowledge of compilations, tax filings, and small business accounting

• Advanced proficiency in CaseWare, QuickBooks, QBO, and tax software (e.g. TaxCycle or equivalent)

• Comfortable working in a paperless office environment

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Excellent communication skills and a service-oriented mindset

• You are not currently pursuing CPA designation (this is not a CPA training firm)

Why Join

• Stable and long-established local firm with a supportive team

• Competitive salary range of $60,000 to $90,000 depending on experience

• Opportunity to work across a wide range of files and clients

• Room to take ownership of your work and contribute meaningfully

• Monday to Friday daytime schedule with no travel required

Location: This is a fully in-office position based in Elmvale Ontario. Candidates must be comfortable commuting to the office daily.