Senior Certified Public Accountant

Overview

We are seeking a technically proficient Senior Accountant to lead advanced accounting, payroll compliance, and tax work across a diverse client base. This high-impact role involves owning complex files end-to-end, providing expert guidance to the founder, and ensuring excellence in a growing cloud-based firm.

Job Highlights

• Schedule: Full Time (8hrs a day with 1hr unpaid break); To be determined within Mountain Standard Time (MST) business hours
• Work Arrangement: Work from home
• Contract: Independent Contractor

Independent Contractor Perks

• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Steady freelance job

Responsibilities

Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Oversee and complete full-cycle bookkeeping for select clients
• Review bookkeeping prepared by internal team members
• Prepare adjusting entries, reconciliations, and year-end working papers
• Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards and CRA requirements

Payroll & Government Reporting

• Prepare and file ROEs
• Support payroll-related filings (PD7As, T4s, T4As, RLs where applicable)
• Assist with payroll compliance questions and CRA correspondence

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare and/or review Canadian T1 and T2 tax returns
• Support year-end tax planning and compliance strategies
• Communicate with CRA on client matters
• Stay current on tax legislation and regulatory updates

Year-End & Advisory

• Lead corporate year-end close processes
• Support financial statement preparation and review
• Identify risks, errors, and optimization opportunities
• Provide technical guidance to the founder and internal team

Systems & Process Improvement

• Work within cloud-based tools (QuickBooks Online, Google Workspace, Notion)
• Contribute to improving internal workflows and documentation
• Support scalable accounting and tax processes as the firm grows

Requirements

Required

• CPA designation in the home country
• Strong interest and commitment to obtaining the Canadian CPA designation (if not already held)
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Demonstrated experience with T1 and Self-Employed tax filings
• Experience with ROEs and payroll-related compliance
• Ability to independently manage complex accounting and tax files
• Strong professional judgment and attention to detail

Assets

• Canadian tax experience
• Experience reviewing or mentoring junior accountants/bookkeepers
• Experience in a firm or multi-client environment

Side note: Since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional pay rate is based on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

Reminder

Apply directly to the link provided; you will be redirected to BruntWork’s Career Site. You must apply using the provided link to complete the initial requirements, which include pre-screening assessment questions, a technical check of your computer, and a voice recording.

APPLICATIONS WITH COMPLETE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE PRIORITIZED.

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