Senior Associate, Tax

Senior Associate – Assurance & Accounting – Richmond Hill

Our client is a leading professional services firm offering Assurance, Accounting, Tax, Advisory, Forensics, and Valuation services. The firm has experienced significant growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, serving a diverse client base including high-net-worth families, real estate developers, fintech companies, medical and legal professionals, professional athletes, and not-for-profit organizations.

This opportunity is ideal for a CPA-designated public accounting professional with strong technical capabilities in assurance and tax. The environment is collaborative, fast-paced, and growth‑oriented, with high expectations around accuracy, professionalism, and client service. Individuals who enjoy varied engagements and mentorship responsibilities will excel in this role.

• Execute audits and reviews from planning to completion
• Develop engagement programs including risk analysis and materiality
• Apply firm audit and accounting methodologies across engagements

• Prepare corporate, personal, trust, and partnership tax returns
• Prepare T4/T5/NR4 information slips, GST/HST, EHT, WSIB, ETD calculations, and other filings
• Prepare tax schedules and working papers within Case Ware

• Prepare files, financial statements, and draft tax returns
• Distinguish between compilation and assurance engagements

• Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff
• Manage concurrent assignments and deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Collaborate with administration for onboarding, documentation, and workflow
• Maintain daily timesheets, attend meetings, and communicate engagement status

• CPA designation (mandatory)
• 2–3 years of experience in public accounting
• Experience with IFRS, ASPE, NPO, and/or Public Sector frameworks
• Strong tax compliance knowledge
• Excellent client service skills and relationship‑building ability
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Case Ware (asset)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Competitive compensation package
• Career growth and mentorship opportunities
• Company‑paid benefits
• Education Assistance Program
• Hybrid work model
• Annual performance bonus
• Divisional rewards plan
• Client & employee referral programs
• Social events and a collaborative culture
• Opportunities to progress into specialized service lines

Compensation: $80,000 – $95,000

Location: Richmond Hill – Hybrid (3 days/week in office mandatory)

Vacation: 3+ weeks

Benefits: Company‑paid benefits package

All candidates must complete a full background check.

We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist with screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.