H083
Located in Dartmouth, NS
Pay: $50,000 - $60,000 per year
Job Full Description
Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Senior Accountant for our client, a well-established and client-focused Chartered Professional Accounting firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative team where you’ll work closely with clients and take on diverse accounting responsibilities.
What you’ll be doing:
- Handle full-cycle bookkeeping, including HST/GST filings and maintaining accurate financial records
- Manage payroll processing, including deductions and government remittances
- Prepare personal and corporate tax returns, while identifying opportunities to optimize client tax positions
- Use Caseware to prepare complete working paper files with supporting documentation
- Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy
- Prepare and finalize financial statements and corporate tax returns in line with professional standards
- Provide P&L analysis to give clients clear insight into their financial performance
- Draft client correspondence and complete engagement documentation
What we’re looking for:
- University degree in commerce, business administration, or accounting (CPA designation is an asset)
- At least 3 years’ experience in a public accounting firm
- Solid understanding of GAAP, tax laws, assurance, and auditing standards
- Familiarity with Xero, Caseware, Profile, Sage, and QuickBooks
- Strong bookkeeping and payroll skills
- A self-motivated professional who is detail-oriented, organized, and able to work well under pressure
- Strong communication skills and a client-first mindset
Why you’ll love this role:
- Steady Monday to Friday schedule (35 hours/week, 9 am – 5 pm)
- Summer Fridays off
- Competitive salary starting at $50,000 – $60,000 (depending on experience)
- Medical benefits and paid vacation after probation
- Convenient Dartmouth location, accessible by bus
We encourage all applicants to apply.
Studies show that women, persons from visible minorities, and persons with disabilities may hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. At Express, we’re committed to building diverse, inclusive workplaces — so if you’re excited about this role, we want to hear from you, even if your background doesn’t align perfectly. You may be the right fit for this or other opportunities.
Express Employment Professionals is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Halifax, NS
3289
238A Brownlow Avenue
220
Dartmouth, NS B3B 2B4
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