Staff Accountant (CPA Student), Assurance & Advisory

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly we care about the impact you make. Thats why were invested in your growth from day onebecause the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Staff Accountant (CPA Student) to join our Assurance & Advisory team in Fall 2027a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here youll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals united by a shared commitment to making a differencefor our clients our communities and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it and work with each professional to define what success means for them.

Your role:

• Work on a variety of assurance and tax engagements for owner-managed businesses across diverse industries.
• Prepare compilations corporate and personal tax returns and supporting working papers.
• Assist clients with financial reporting.
• Develop a strong understanding of clients businesses and identify opportunities to
  add value through proactive service.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients team members and
  partners.
• Collaborate within a cross-functional team environment while also managing
  assigned work independently.
• Participate in special projects and other engagements as assigned by senior staff
  and partners.

What you bring to the table:

• Completion of a bachelors degree in commerce or business administration(Accounting/Finance major)
• Eligibility to enroll in CPA PEP
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Familiarity with basic accounting concepts (balance sheet income statement etc.)
• You are an excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Be a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail
• You have strong interpersonal skills and are an excellent problem solver
• You are proficient in and willing to learn various computer applications
• Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview and TaxPrep is an asset (but not required)

Whats in it for you

• Competitive total rewards package including salary and incentive program
• Robust benefits plan (health dental life dependent life AD&D STD LTD etc.)
• RRSP matching
• Generous paid time off package (vacation personal sick firm holidays etc.)
• Complimentary on-site gym
• Free plentiful parking
• Health & wellness spending accounts
• Dress for your day including casual
• Growth-focused coaching mentoring feedback and growth plan reviews
• Learning and professional development opportunities as well as paid professional
  dues
  • Work-life integration (professional flexibility working remotely opportunities
    compressed work weeks EFAP etc.)
  • Fun at work year-round with firm-sponsored social events yoga lunch and
    learns registered massage therapy visits espresso happy hours free snacks
    and meals teambuilding events therapy dog visit off-site Staff Day etc.

Where youll work:Dartmouth NS

Job type:Permanent Full-time (starting Fall 2027)

Deadline:Interviews will be starting the week of September 21st and will continue until all roles are filled

When you join Baker Tilly you become part of something biggeran ambitious forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter perspectives count and every contribution builds a stronger future. If youre ready to make an impact were ready to meet you.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Junior IC