Senior Accountant

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow. 

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. 

We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another. 

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity. 

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on  promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what  success means for them.” 

Your role 

• Compilation and review of client information and working paper file preparation
• Year-end planning for various clients
• Supervising engagements and related tax filings within a paperless office environment
• Completion of assurance engagements with teams of 1 – 4 team members
• Identification of KPIs through technology
• Identifying and resolving engagement issues
• Training and mentoring junior staff on engagements
• Preparation of Notice to Reader and Review Engagement reports
• Preparation of personal tax returns
• Ensuring the clients’ satisfaction with the firm’s services
• Providing timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations
• Identifying and cultivating new service or tax planning opportunities for client

What you bring to the table  

• A college or university degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in public accounting or a similar finance role
• CPA designation or in progress would be considered a strong asset
• Experience managing large engagements
• Tech savvy; proven technical skills in accounting
• In-depth working knowledge of accounting and tax
• Sound working knowledge of accounting principles
• Advanced accounting, tax, and software knowledge, i.e.: Tax Prep, CaseWare, Sage and QuickBooks
• Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• As a Leader, you are an active listener, empathetic, and can share clear messages and make complex ideas easy to understand. You are a strategic thinker, and you are creative. You can inspire and convince others, and you are flexible to the needs of others
• Demonstrated team-building skills
• Highly analytical and accurate, attention to detail is critical to this role
• A strong work ethic, and thrive on challenges
• Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation to work independently in a high-volume work environment.
• Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively and efficiently
• A passion for client service
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A willingness to continually expand one’s professional skill set, learn on the job, take on additional responsibilities as required and respond to and thrive in a dynamic work environment
• Candidates must be flexible to work overtime during peak business periods – any overtime worked will be paid or recorded as in-lieu time to be taken at a later date

What’s in it for you? 

• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonuses
• Paid CPA fees
• Commission on new client acquisitions
• Flexible hours
• Wellness and fitness incentives
• Health benefits (Disability Insurance, Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Health & Vision)
• Generous paid time off 

Where you’ll work:  

Owen Sound, ON (Hybrid)

Candidates must be available to travel during the week to the Owen Sound, Ontario office located at 945 3rd Avenue East for critical meetings as required.

Job type:  

Permanent, Full-time

Your schedule:  

Monday to Friday 

Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000  

(with flexibility based on the level of experience)

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.   

Note: Baker Tilly is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.  We are an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.  We encourage you to connect with us if you require an accommodation in the recruitment process or need this job posting in an alternative format.

While we appreciate all interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.