Job Description

Job ID: 16817219

Senior Accountant – Public Accounting | North York (Our Client)
Industry: Entertainment, Professional Services, Private Family Wealth Clients

Our client, a rapidly growing public accounting firm specializing in the entertainment industry, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their North York office. Known for its dynamic, entrepreneurial environment, this firm offers a unique opportunity for candidates who want accelerated career growth and meaningful client exposure.

This is not your typical CPA firm. The team is in expansion mode and looking for a personable, driven accountant who enjoys building client relationships and taking ownership of files. The successful candidate will initially work in-office during training, with the potential for a hybrid arrangement thereafter.

Why they are different:

No Audit, mostly Tax

Full Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

No crazy hours: Tax season: 45-50 hours

Fridays off from May until Labor Day

Fun work environment

Rapid responsibility and salary growth

Hybrid work model once trained

Progressive accounting firm that is AI driven and doing things differently

Opportunity to be part of an exciting firm with very cool clients and own the full client relationship

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review Notice to Reader, Review, and Audit engagements for owner-managed clients

• Prepare corporate (T2), personal (T1 – limited), and trust tax returns

• Manage multiple engagements and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Communicate directly with clients on accounting and tax matters

• Assist with engagement planning and identify tax planning opportunities

• Mentor and review the work of junior staff

Client Exposure Includes:

• Owner-managed businesses, particularly within the entertainment sector

• Holding companies (HoldCos) and corporate group structures

• Partnerships and professional corporations

• High-net-worth individuals and families

• Investment income (dividends, interest, capital gains)

• Real estate entities and investment structures

• Family trusts and estate planning structures

• Intercompany transactions and corporate reorganizations

• Compensation planning (salary vs. dividends)

Qualifications:

• CPA designation (or near completion / CFE passed)

• 3+ years of experience in a Canadian public accounting firm

• Strong knowledge of ASPE and Canadian tax

• Experience with CaseWare/CaseView and TaxPrep (or similar)

• Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines effectively

• Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills

If this amazing opportunity sounds like the right match for you, please apply:

mlomanno@talentsphere.ca

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