About Us

We are a fast-growing Los Angeles–based accounting and advisory firm that does things differently. Our clients expect precision, responsiveness, and practical solutions — not theory, unnecessary meetings, or endless bureaucracy. Internally, we operate the same way: clarity over noise, systems over chaos, and accountability over politics.

Traditional accounting firms burn people out with long hours, mindless busywork, and a lack of meaningful responsibility. That’s not how we work. You won’t fill out timesheets just to prove you exist, sit in endless meetings that accomplish nothing, or get buried under mountains of meaningless paperwork.

Instead, we focus on practical accounting work, client impact, and career growth — giving you meaningful responsibility from day one, exposure to interesting businesses, and the chance to develop the skills that will make you a future leader.

As we grow, we are looking for an Associate Accountant to join our team. We’re looking for people who want to develop their accounting career quickly while taking on meaningful client-facing work and problem-solving responsibilities.

We are looking for candidates who are curious, detail-oriented and proactive. If you enjoy working in a structured, high-performance environment and want a clear path to growth, this role is a great fit.

The Role In this role, you will:

- Review financial statements, workpapers, and leadsheets for accuracy and clarity
- Collaborate with senior accountants and managers to solve client issues and optimize processes
- Participate in client meetings,



explaining financial statements and reports in a clear, actionable way
- Support team leads in developing and maintaining internal processes, documentation, and performance standards
- Perform core accounting tasks including reconciliations, bookkeeping, and transaction processing across systems like QuickBooks Online, Xero, and NetSuite

Who You Are

You are an ambitious, high-performing early-career accountant. You enjoy learning, are comfortable asking questions, and take pride in delivering work with accuracy and clarity. You thrive in structured environments and are energized by opportunities to engage with clients and solve real-world accounting problems.

Why you’re a good fit:

- Curious and eager to learn
- Enjoys both detailed work and big-picture problem solving
- Comfortable with client interaction and professional communication
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Motivated by career growth and leadership opportunities

Requirements

Education & Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA or actively pursuing CPA designation

Experience

- 1–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in public accounting
- Solid understanding of IFRS, ASPE, and/or US GAAP




- Exposure to bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Experience in client-facing roles or cross-functional collaboration is a plus

Skills & Competencies

- Strong accounting and analytical skills
- Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks Online, Xero, NetSuite, or similar)
- Explicit, qualified communication skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

Core Accounting & Bookkeeping

- Prepare journals, leadsheets, and workpapers for manager review
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing tasks
- Process transactions, reconcile accounts, and maintain accurate financial records

Review & Advisory Support

- Review financial statements and leadsheets for accuracy and completeness
- Identify issues and collaborate with managers to solve client accounting problems
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and documentation

Client Interaction & Liaison

- Walk clients through financial statements, reports, and recommendations
- Provide clients with actionable information to help them run their businesses
- Support managers in client communications and advisory tasks
- Build trust and credibility with clients through professional, clear communication

Why Join Us

- Exposure to diverse clients, industries, and advisory work
- Collaborative, high-performance team culture
- Career development support, including CPA pursuit and mentorship

📌 Associate Accountant (Calgary)
🏢 Ottit
📍 Calgary