Staff Accountant

Horizon Recruitment is recruiting for a Staff Accountant to join a growing public practice firm in Langley, BC. This role will support a portfolio of incorporated businesses with year-end accounting, tax preparation, and review engagement work. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity for someone building their career in public practice and actively working toward their CPA designation. You will have direct access to partners and senior accountants, exposure to increasingly complex files, and a clear path toward Senior Accountant and future leadership opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end working paper files, compilation engagements, and review engagements for incorporated business clients
• Prepare corporate and personal tax returns, including supporting schedules and reconciliations
• Maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized working papers for review
• Work with partners and senior accountants on more complex client files and advisory matters
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information and resolve outstanding items
• Identify discrepancies or missing information and follow through to keep files moving
• Maintain client records using Carbon CRM, QuickBooks Online, and QuickBooks Desktop
• Track billable time accurately across multiple client files
• Manage several files and deadlines during year-end and tax season
• Take on greater ownership of client files as your technical skills and experience develop

Requirements

• Public practice accounting experience, ideally including year-end and corporate tax work
• Actively pursuing a CPA designation or equivalent accounting training
• Experience preparing working papers, compilations, and tax returns
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop
• Strong Excel skills, including working effectively with established templates and schedules
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, organized work
• Ability to manage multiple client files and deadlines
• Comfortable tracking billable time consistently and accurately
• Clear communication skills and confidence interacting directly with clients
• Experience with Carbon CRM or similar practice management software is an asset
• Interest in building a long-term career in public practice and progressing into more senior roles
• Ability to work full-time in the Langley office

Remuneration

This position is being hired at two levels based on experience and training:

• Staff Accountant I: $60,000 to $65,000 per year
• Staff Accountant II: $65,000 to $70,000 per year
• The total compensation package also includes extended health and dental benefits for employees and their families, with 80% of premiums covered by the employer. Continuing professional development support and firm-paid courses related to designation progress are also provided.
• Additional benefits include underground parking and paid time off between Christmas and New Year.

Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.