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Burke Recruiting Inc.

Senior Accountant - Public Practice

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Job Title: Senior Accountant – Public Practice
Location: Vancouver, BC
Salary: $50 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time, 3 days per week with opportunity to go permanent full-time

Overview

A long‑established boutique public practice firm in Vancouver is seeking a mature CPA with strong experience in bookkeeping, compilation engagements, and Canadian tax compliance. The role also includes handling CRA correspondence and maintaining trusted client relationships. This part‑time position (three days per week) offers the potential to transition into a permanent role within a stable, collaborative firm.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage full‑cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of strategic clients and their related entities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and year‑end readiness.
  • Prepare Compilation Engagements (NTRs), including working papers and financial statements, in accordance with professional standards.
  • Complete T1 and T2 tax returns, including year‑end adjustments, reconciliations, and review of client‑provided information.
  • Handle CRA correspondence, including information requests, notices, and follow‑up requirements on behalf of clients.

Qualifications

  • CPA designation and public practice experience are mandatory.
  • Demonstrated strength in bookkeeping and compilation engagements, with the ability to manage files independently.
  • Experience preparing T1 and T2 returns and supporting clients through CRA processes.
  • Proficiency with common accounting and working‑paper software, with a mature, detail‑driven approach to client service.

What’s In It for You

  • A part‑time schedule (3 days per week) ideal for a mature, experienced professional seeking balance.
  • $50 per hour compensation aligned with senior technical capability.
  • Opportunity to transition to a permanent role based on performance and mutual fit.
  • Join a long‑established CPA firm with a stable, high‑net‑worth client base and a collaborative, respectful team culture.

How to Apply: If you are interested in finding out more, please send your resume to Patrick Kehoe at pkehoe@burkerecruiting.com

About Burke Recruiting Inc.

Burke Recruiting specializes in placing all levels of accounting professionals at leading organizations in both contract and permanent positions. Our highly qualified recruiters have extensive industry experience and have successfully guided the careers of prospects seeking Accounting and Finance positions for many years. We maintain the highest ethical standards, which has resulted in an outstanding reputation and long-term client relationships. At Burke Recruiting we consistently demonstrate the ability to match candidate aspirations with client needs.

Company Size

1-10 employees

Application closing date is 2026-04-27

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