Kanester Johal LLP is a well-established Chartered Professional Accountants firm in Burnaby.We are proud to be a part of this community and have long established roots in the community. We value relationships with our clients and team. While we provide a wide range of services, we understand that many decisions go beyond the numbers.Our team consists of 5 CPAs and valued staff, many of whom who have been with us for over a decade. We value our relationships and have assembled a team with a varied range of experience and expertise.Our clients cover a broad range of sizes and industries, and we pride ourselves on delivering quality service that exceeds client expectations.We provide assurance, accounting, tax and consulting services to a diverse group of clients consisting of companies in the property development and professional services industries, and a variety of other small and medium privately-owned and owner-operated businesses.What we are looking forWe have an opening for a Senior Accountant.Responsibilities and ExpectationsReporting to senior management, the Senior Accountants work collaboratively with a dedicated team of accounting and administrative professionals.Preparation of working paper files and financial statements for compilation and review engagements,



including applicable tax returns and other required compliance.Preparation of personal & corporate tax returns and trust returns.Review of GST / PST / Payroll / WCB returns and other compliance filings.Monitoring of client deadlines to ensure client deadlines are met.Direct interaction with clients and CRA on behalf of clients.Proficient with CaseWare, Jazz-It, Tax-Prep and a working knowledge of QuickBooks and Sage, together with other commonly used applications in an accounting workplace.About you:A minimum of 2 years post designation public practice experience.You are experienced in the preparation and management of files.Strong communication skills are a must, and all applicants should have a strong command of the English language, both written and verbal.You have excellent organizational and time management skills, and a proven ability to take initiative and work independently.As a personable team player, you value a work environment that is healthy, supportive, quick paced, and fun.You are motivated to produce quality work and possess great problem-solving skills with a focus on solutions.You have a strong interest in public practice.What we offerWe provide a competitive salary and compensation package, including extended health and dental benefits, professional development fees, membership dues, and a flexible work/life balance. We support career growth aspirations.Job Types: Full-time (will consider less than full-time as well); PermanentBenefits:Medical and dental carePaid time offContinued Professional DevelopmentFun, inclusive office cultureOpportunities to learn and growFlexible work scheduleSchedule:Monday to FridayWork Location: In person – remote may be a future consideration

📌 Staff Accountant (Burnaby)
🏢 Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia
📍 Burnaby