Senior Accountant

Are you an experienced public practice accountant looking for a senior role that combines hands-on file preparation, file review, client service, and mentorship?

Kennedy CPA is currently looking for a full-time Senior Accountant to join our team.

About the firm

Kennedy CPA is a local professional accounting firm serving small businesses throughout Alberta. Professionalism, competence, and trustworthiness guide how we work and how we serve every client. Our firm offers a flexible hybrid environment supported by cloud accounting technology, with a deliberate focus on sustainable workloads and genuine work-life balance. As a Senior Accountant, you will manage a portfolio of owner-managed business clients, prepare more complex engagement files, review work completed by junior team members, provide coaching and feedback, and help deliver thoughtful accounting and tax solutions.

Duties

Senior Accountant

· Prepare and complete compilation, review, and audit engagement files for owner-managed businesses, including more complex files and year-end adjustments.

· Review engagement files prepared by junior accountants and articling students for accuracy, completeness, technical compliance, and presentation.

· Prepare and review financial statements, corporate income tax returns, personal income tax returns, and applicable information returns and slips.

· Identify accounting, assurance, and tax issues; research solutions; and discuss significant matters with the principal.

· Communicate directly with clients to obtain information and answer questions.

· Coach junior team members by providing clear review notes, technical guidance, and timely feedback.

· Plan assigned work, monitor budgets and deadlines, and keep the principal informed of engagement progress and emerging issues.

· Contribute to firm processes, quality control, and other professional or administrative responsibilities as required.

Skills and experience

· Strong working knowledge of accounting standards, financial statement preparation, and Canadian corporate and personal tax compliance.

· Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing compilation, review, and audit engagement files.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with CaseWare, tax software, QuickBooks Online is an asset.

· Ability to identify technical issues, exercise professional judgment, and document clear conclusions.

· Strong file management, organization, and time-management skills, with the ability to balance preparation and review responsibilities.

· Professional written and verbal communication skills and confidence working directly with clients.

· A collaborative approach to coaching junior team members and contributing to a positive, accountable work environment.

Qualifications

· CPA designation, or substantial progress toward completion of the CPA program is preferable but not required.

· At least 2-5 years of progressive experience in a Canadian public practice accounting firm.

· Experience reviewing files and providing coaching or technical feedback to junior staff is preferable but not required.

· Completion of a post-secondary accounting diploma or degree.

Salary

· $75,000 - $95,000 (dependent on experience, qualifications, and CPA status)

Benefits

· A sustainable approach to work-life balance.

· Flexible hybrid work arrangements.

· Modern, cloud-based accounting software and paperless workflows.

· Referral fees for eligible new work brought to the firm.

· Additional discretionary bonus opportunities based on individual contribution and firm performance.

· Professional development, in-house training, and support for continued technical growth.

· Employee benefits.

· Firm-provided computer and technology required for the role.

· Professional dues paid by the firm.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Kennedy CPA, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $75,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edmonton, AB T5R 1B3