Staff Accountant / CPA Candidate

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Accountant / CPA Candidate

Mike Holloway CPA Professional Corporation
Public Accounting Firm | Downtown Brampton

Mike Holloway CPA Professional Corporation is a well-established and growing CPA firm serving owner-managed businesses, professionals, and individuals across the GTA. As part of our continued evolution and long-term growth strategy, we are expanding our team and seeking a Staff Accountant / CPA Candidate who is eager to build a long-term career in public accounting.

This role is ideal for a CPA student or pre-approved program candidate looking for hands-on experience, mentorship, and a clearly defined path for professional advancement within a growing firm.

Why Join Mike Holloway CPA Professional Corporation?

• Exposure to full-cycle public accounting : bookkeeping, financial statements, and taxation
• Direct mentorship from senior accountants and firm leadership
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values learning and professional development
• A growing firm with increasing client complexity and advancement opportunities
• Practical experience aligned with CPA competency development requirements
• Stable core hours with compensated overtime during peak periods

Role Overview

As a Staff Accountant, you will work closely with senior team members across a diverse client portfolio. You will gain progressive responsibility as your skills and experience develops, making this role well-suited for candidates pursuing the CPA designation.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and bank reconciliations for corporate and professional clients
• Preparation of financial statements, including:
• • Compilation engagements
  • Review engagements
  • Audit support assignments
• Preparation of corporate income tax returns (T2)
• Preparation of personal income tax returns (T1)
• Assisting with client inquiries and file documentation
• Supporting internal administrative and operational processes as needed

CPA Candidate & Career Progression Pathway

The firm is committed to developing talent internally. This role is structured with a clear progression path :

Level: Staff Accountant / CPA Candidate

Typical Timeframe*: Entry – 2 years

Role Focus: Technical foundation & exposure

Key Responsibilities: • Bookkeeping and bank reconciliations • Preparation of compilation financial statements • Corporate (T2) and personal (T1) tax returns • Audit and review engagement support • Working paper preparation and documentation

CPA Development: • CPA PEP competency development • Regular technical feedback and coaching • Exposure aligned with CPA practical experience requirements

Level: Senior Accountant

Typical Timeframe*: 2 – 4 years

Role Focus: File ownership & client interaction

Key Responsibilities: • Lead preparation of complex files • Review junior staff work • Direct client communication • Complex tax and assurance engagements • Training and mentoring junior team members

• Advanced CPA competency development • Increased professional judgment • Leadership and supervision experience

CPA Development: Manager-level opportunities will arise as the firm continues to grow, with advancement based on performance, experience, and demonstrated leadership. The firm is committed to developing and promoting talent internally.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of accounting or related experience (public accounting preferred)
• Currently enrolled in, or planning to enroll in, the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)
• Strong understanding of Canadian GAAP
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Experience with CaseWare is an asset
• A collaborative mindset and desire to grow within a CPA firm

Working Environment & Schedule

• Standard hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM , with a 1-hour lunch (7-hour workday)
• During personal tax season (mid-February to April 30), work is fast-paced with paid overtime opportunities
• Office is a modern open-concept loft in a heritage building; proximity to train tracks means occasional background noise

Compensation

• $25 – $30 per hour , commensurate with experience, education, and CPA progression