About Us
We are a Calgary-based public accounting firm serving a broad mix of small business and owner-operator clients. We are a close-knit team (10 staff currently) dedicated to excellence, but we’re also evolving—committed to building a client-first culture. We’re seeking a Senior Accountant who is both technically strong and excited to help lead us into our next phase. Role & Responsibilities As a Senior Accountant, you will:
- Lead review engagements, compilations, and oversee bookkeeping deliverables
- Prepare personal, corporate, (and trust/partnership, as needed) tax returns
- Handle CRA / tax authority correspondence and file resolution
- Supervise and mentor 1–2 junior accountants; review their work and assist in their development
- Act as a client contact—attend meetings, respond to client questions, and build rapport
- Manage multiple deadlines and workflow across client files
- Contribute to improving firm processes, systems, and client experience Qualifications & Skills
- CPA (or actively working toward the designation)
- At least 2 years of public practice experience
- Familiarity (or ability to learn) with Caseware, Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks Desktop & Online, Profile, TaxDome(assets)
- Strong technical skills in accounting, tax, and assurance
- Excellent communication, leadership,



and client service skills
- Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, collaborative, and a good mentor
- Team player with interests outside work (we believe in balance and culture)

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation
- Firm-paid CPA dues and professional development credits
- Health benefits
- Office lunch & groceries provided daily
- Team lunch every Friday
- Opportunity to shape firm culture and processes
- Full-time, in office commitment (no remote work)
- Working in a supportive team environment with room to grow

How to Apply
Please submit your resume + cover letter via Indeed. In your cover letter, tell us:
- Why you’re drawn to this role and to working in a smaller public accounting firm
- A challenge you faced in your work, and how you overcame it
- What you hope to learn/grow in the next few years We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type
s: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care Language:
- English (preferred) Work

Location:
In person

📌 Senior Accountant (Calgary)
🏢 R. J. Barrett Incorporated
📍 Calgary