There comes a point where being valuable at files is no longer enough.The more interesting 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 interesting 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 flexibilityStrong audit and assurance exposureReview and compilation engagementsDirect client contactOpportunity to take on additional client relationshipsClose access to senior leadershipLong-term progressionPotential future leadership or partnership opportunityEstablished client portfolios that may transition over timeWhat you'll be doing:Lead audit and review engagementsPrepare and review compilation filesHandle engagements from planning through completionWork directly with clientsPrepare and review financial statementsIdentify and resolve accounting and assurance issuesSupport corporate tax work where requiredMentor and develop less experienced team membersManage engagement deadlines and workflowGradually take greater ownership of client relationshipsPotentially take responsibility for additional accounts over timeWhat they're looking for:CPA designation or close to completion3–5+ years of Canadian public accounting experienceStrong audit and review experienceExperience working with privately owned businessesStrong ASPE knowledgeComfortable managing engagements from start to finishExperience reviewing or mentoring junior staffCompilation and corporate tax exposure would be valuableExisting client relationships or a small book of business would be an advantage, but are not essentialWe 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