JOB DESCRIPTION

Please note this is a CPA pre-approved position, offering a structured path to obtaining your CPA designation, including exposure to competencies across all technical areas.
We are a public accounting firm seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA candidate (or those eligible for CPA PEP enrollment) who has at least 2 years of public practice or full-cycle accounting experience and is passionate about building a long-term career in public accounting.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience in a public practice setting or at least 2 years of full-cycle accounting experience required.
• Currently enrolled in the CPA PEP program or eligible to register.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Technically proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook).
• Knowledge of CaseWare, TaxPrep, and cloud accounting platforms such as Xero or QuickBooks Online preferred.
• Remuneration is commensurate with experience and technical skills.

ABOUT US

WDM Chartered Professional Accountants is a Vancouver-based accounting firm with over 30 years of experience. We provide expert personal and corporate accounting, tax, assurance, and advisory services across a wide range of industries.
Working at our firm, the candidate will gain exposure to a variety of industries, in-depth knowledge of IFRS and ASPE accounting standards, and Canadian corporate and personal income tax. We put effort to ensure employees’ needs and concerns are heard and taken care of. We are dedicated to building a family-like working environment to facilitate every member of staff’s educational and professional growth.
If you’re looking to grow in your public accounting career with a firm that values your professional journey, we’d love to hear from you.

• Preparation of working papers and financial statements for audit, review and compilation engagements for public and private entities across a variety of industries.
• Preparation of corporate income tax returns, personal tax returns, trust returns.
• Preparation of other regulatory returns or compliance filings.
• Communication with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on behalf of clients.
• Interaction with clients in a professional manner.
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and on a timely basis.