There comes a point where being positive at files is no longer enough.

The more engaging question is whether you’re starting to build something of your own.

This Senior Accountant opportunity is with an established Burlington CPA firm looking for someone with a strong assurance background who can take ownership of audit, review and compilation engagements while building deeper client relationships over time.

There is also an engaging longer-term succession angle. The firm has established client portfolios that could gradually transition to the right person, including approximately $400K–$500K of compilation, corporate and tax work alongside roughly $250K of assurance-related revenue.

The role is primarily connected to the Burlington office, with some flexibility to work from home depending on client commitments and the needs of the team.

Why this role stands out:
Hybrid flexibility
Strong audit and assurance exposure
Review and compilation engagements
Direct client contact
Opportunity to take on additional client relationships
Close access to senior leadership
Long-term progressionPotential future leadership or partnership opportunity
Established client portfolios that may transition over time

What you’ll be doing:
Lead audit and review engagements




Prepare and review compilation files
Handle engagements from planning through completion
Work directly with clients
Prepare and review financial statements
Identify and resolve accounting and assurance issues
Support corporate tax work where required
Mentor and develop less experienced team members
Manage engagement deadlines and workflow
Gradually take greater ownership of client relationships
Potentially take responsibility for additional accounts over time

What they’re looking for:
CPA designation or close to completion
3–5+ years of Canadian public accounting experience
Solid audit and review experience
Experience working with privately owned businesses
Strong ASPE knowledge
Comfortable managing engagements from start to finish
Experience reviewing or mentoring junior staff
Compilation and corporate tax exposure would be valuable
Existing client relationships or a small book of business would be an advantage, but are not essential

We support the CPA firms we partner with in building diverse, inclusive and equitable workplaces. Even if this role isn’t the perfect fit, there’s a good chance we’ll have another opportunity that is.

📌 Senior Accountant Burlington
🏢 Distinct | North America
📍 Burlington