Company description

Job description

Staff Accountant

St. Arnaud Pinsent Stemen Chartered Professional Accountants is a progressive public practice firm where outstanding work and great people go hand in hand. We’re known for being responsive, relationship-driven, and committed to doing the right thing with quality, independence, professionalism, and integrity at the core of everything we do. You’ll join a supportive, welcoming team, gain exposure to a diverse client base, and grow your career through our pre-approved CPA program and hands-on mentorship.

St. Arnaud Pinsent Steman Chartered Professional Accountants, will report to Dan St. Arnaud

Edmonton AB

Job Summary : As a Staff Accountant, you’ll play a key role in helping our clients understand their numbers and make confident decisions. You’ll work across full-cycle accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation building practical experience while developing your CPA path with the support of our team.

Job Type : Full-time, Permanent

Schedule :

- 40 hour work week (overtime when required)
- Monday to Friday
- In-office role in Edmonton (this is not a virtual position)

Experience

Education :

- Related post-secondary diploma or degree
- CPA student (enrolled or planning to enroll) we support your growth

Tech comfort: experience with tools such as Caseware, TaxCycle, Sage, QuickBooks/QBO, Xero, and similar platforms

Job Duties :

- Support a portfolio of clients with day-to-day bookkeeping and account reconciliations
- Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flows) and help tell the story behind the numbers




- Compile working papers and compilation engagement files with strong attention to detail
- Contribute to assurance engagements (reviews and audits) and learn best practices from experienced mentors
- Prepare personal and corporate tax returns (T1 and T2) and support tax planning needs
- Prepare T4 and T5 slips and assist with year-end filings
- Assist with payroll preparation and submissions
- Provide administrative and project support to partners and senior management as needed
- Collaborate closely with partners and the team. We work best when we work together

Skills & Abilities :

- Detail-oriented and organized, you take pride in getting it right
- Strong communication skills (written and in person) and a client-service mindset
- Analytical and curious, you enjoy solving problems and learning new concepts
- Able to manage priorities and meet deadlines with mínimal supervision
- You look for ways to improve and grow, you are driven and proactive.

Application deadline: June 25, 2026

Expected start date: July 6, 2026

Salary : We are offering a competitive compensation package.

Why you’ll like working here :

- A supportive, collaborative team you’ll be surrounded by people who share knowledge and have your back
- Variety of clients and files; build experience across different industries, challenges, and engagement types
- Growth with a clear path forward; hands-on development and progression opportunities into senior roles

Thank you for your interest in joining our team.

Cassandra Johnson CPA, CGA

St. Arnaud Pinsent Steman

Chartered Professional Accountants

1653 -91 Street SW

Edmonton, AB T6X 0W8

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

📌 Staff Accountant (Edmonton)
🏢 St. Arnaud Pinsent Steman
📍 Edmonton