Accountant

Who Are We?

Rise is not your typical accounting firm. We go beyond the traditional role associated with most accounting firms and become trusted business partners and advisors for our clients.

Since 1979, we’ve been helping clients of all sizes create the businesses and lifestyles they envision by delivering expert insights and financial guidance.

We work primarily with privately-owned businesses to provide a unique, customized, and coordinated mix of services, including accounting and assurance, tax planning and advisory, business improvement advisory, mergers & acquisitions advisory, and estate and succession planning.

Why Work With Us?

We are a diverse and growth oriented team consisting of highly experienced professionals who provide big firm solutions to privately-owned clients.

Our team has accomplished great things in the past few years, and we’re looking for more people to join us—people who are passionate, take pride and ownership of their work, adopt a growth mindset and are committed to providing outstanding support to our clients.

Our leadership team is focused on fostering a learning environment. We prioritize internal engagement, growth, and the advancement of our team members as we know your growth will help our organization grow.

Life at Rise CPA

As part of Rise, we’re here to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. We invest in you by creating a positive work environment to maximize your potential. Below are a few of the incredible perks and benefits you can expect to receive while working at Rise:

Commitment to support your continued professional development

In-house training programs

Formal/informal mentorship and support

Financial support throughout the CPA program

Support provided for study and exam time

Opportunities to advance and grow in the firm

Competitive compensation package

Access to diverse work – as a full service accounting firm, you will get a wide exposure to various work including assurance, taxation, and audit. You will work with clients of many different sizes and industries!

Collaborative environment and open-door policy – easy access to Partners and Management

4-day summer work weeks in July and August

Social and community events held year round

Hybrid workplace and flexible hours

Flexible dress code

Paid health & wellness days

About the Role

The Accountant plays an active role in the delivery of accounting and tax engagements, meeting expectations for budget, timeframe, and quality. At Rise CPA, we not only provide a variety of resources for our articling accountants as they go through the CPA program, but we also provide exposure to a multitude of accounting and client-facing tasks that will enhance your skills and build your career. We want to invest in you!

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Prepare working papers and tax returns.

File GST returns.

Prepare CRA submissions and coordinate with CRA to investigate client activities and issues.

Communicate with clients to properly complete engagements.

Required Experience, Qualifications and Characteristics:

Enrolled in or completed post-secondary accounting program

Independent, highly motivated, and a self-starter

Multi-tasker and can manage multiple clients simultaneously

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) – and commitment to maintaining a proactive and transparent dialogue with colleagues and clients

Effective relationship-builder – we want our clients and co-workers to enjoy working with you!

‘One Team’ mindset – openness to collaborate with all colleagues and bring positive energy to the team.

Annual Salary Range: $45,500 – $55,000

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Apply Now.

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted to set up an interview.