Staff Accountant (Public Practice

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Job description

We are a public accounting firm seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA candidate (or those eligible for CPA PEP enrollment) who has at least one year of public practice audit and accounting experience and is passionate about building a long-term career in public accounting.

Please note this is a CPA pre-approved position, offering a structured path to obtaining your CPA designation, including exposure to competencies across all technical areas.

Responsibilities and Expectations:

Preparation of working papers and financial statements for audit, review and compilation engagements for public and private entities across a variety of industries.
Preparation of corporate income tax returns, personal tax returns, trust returns.
Preparation of other regulatory returns or compliance filings.
Communication with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on behalf of clients.
Interaction with clients in a professional manner.
Ensuring work is completed accurately and on a timely basis.
Competencies and Skills:

Minimum 1 year of audit/accounting experience in a public practice setting required.
Currently enrolled in the CPA PEP program or eligible to register.
Technically proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook).Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills.
Exceptional time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
Candidates with knowledge of CaseWare, TaxPrep, and cloud accounting platforms such as Xero or QuickBooks Online will be given preferrence.
About Us

WDM Chartered Professional Accountants is a Vancouver-based accounting firm with over 30 years of experience. We provide expert assurance, personal and corporate accounting, tax, and advisory services across a wide range of industries.

Working at our firm, team members gain exposure to a variety of industries, with hands-on experience in the comprehensive application of IFRS and ASPE accounting standards, as well as Canadian corporate and personal income tax. We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment where employee needs and concerns are actively heard and addressed. Our culture emphasizes a collaborative, welcoming and supportive atmosphere that nurtures both the educational and professional development of every staff member.

If you're looking to grow in your public accounting career with a firm that values your professional journey, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants must be eligible to work for any employer in Canada.

Please submit a resume to be considered for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Are you currently enrolled in the CPA PEP program or eligible to register?
Experience:

Public practice: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-18