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Mike Holloway CPA Professional Corporation
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
Manager-level opportunities will arise as the firm continues to grow.
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
Location, Compensation and Employment Terms
- Location: Brampton , ON
- Work location: On site
- Salary: $ 34.57 HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment: Permanent employment Full time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies: 1 vacancy
- Source: ZipRecruiter #d047ebf4