CPA Candidate

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking an active CPA Candidate with experience in public practice. Our firm is a Pre-Approved Program Provider for the Practical Experience component of earning your CPA designation.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and assist with Compilation Engagements, including the preparation and review of working papers, financial statements, and management letters in accordance with firm standards and regulatory requirements
• Support with Review and Audit Engagements including assisting with planning and risk assessment, identifying significant issues, and developing tailored audit approaches
• Handle complex personal and corporate tax files
• Oversee bookkeeping and GST filings for various clients
• Preparation of T4 & T5 Summary and Supplementary forms, T1 Personal Tax Returns
• Communicate directly with clients to resolve issues, present findings, and maintain strong relationships

Qualifications:

• Completion of Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• Enrollment (or completion) of CPA Preparatory Courses
• 1-2 years public accounting experience (required)
• Experience with Review and Audit Engagements preferred
• Strong knowledge of ASPE, corporate tax, and personal tax
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Proven ability to work independently on compilation and tax files
• CPA Designation by the end of 2026

Competencies of the preferred candidate:

Software:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Profile
• Caseware
• QuickBooks - Desktop & QBO
• Sage 50

Attributes

• Strong time management and organization skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
• Independent
• Team player
• Proactive
• Reliable
• Growth mindset

Why Work For Us?

At Becher Munro & Company, we believe providing personalized service to our clients is what has lead to our longevity in the community. We pride ourselves in providing a supportive, collaborative environment where your continued growth and development is just as important as the client experience. We fully support our CPA Candidates on their path to designation providing mentorship, assistance reporting practical experience, and consistent feedback on performance.

This position as CPA Candidate is full time, permanent for the duration of the candidate's pathway to writing and passing the CFE exam, completing the required experience and receiving designation with the potential to extend to a permanent staff position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Application question(s):

• Are you currently enroled in CPA Preparatory Courses?
• Have you completed the CPA Preparatory Course program?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• public practice: 1 year (required)

Location:

• Sherwood Park, AB (preferred)

Work Location: In person