Join a Firm That Invests in People
At Curtis-Villar Chartered Professional Accountants, we've spent more than 30 years building lasting relationships with our clients and creating an environment where our team can grow professionally while maintaining balance outside of work.
We believe accounting is evolving, and we're committed to evolving with it. As early adopters of cloud accounting and real-time financial reporting, we continue to invest in technology, automation, and process improvements that allow our team to spend more time providing meaningful advice and less time on repetitive tasks.
We also recognize that while public accounting has busy seasons, long-term success requires balance. That's why we offer:
- Health Spending Account
- Paid professional development and CPA dues
- Study days
- Personal hours
- Team recognition and social events
- A collaborative, supportive workplace
About the Role
We're looking for a motivated Staff Accountant or CPA Candidate who wants to build a career in public accounting while working with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses across Ontario.
This position provides exposure to a variety of accounting, assurance, and tax engagements while working alongside experienced professionals who value learning, accountability, and teamwork.
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing year-end engagements and supporting working papers
- Assisting with corporate and personal tax engagements
- Researching accounting and tax matters
- Managing assigned deadlines and priorities
- Communicating professionally with clients and team members
- Contributing ideas that improve workflows and client service
- Taking ownership of assigned work and seeing it through to completion
Our firm embraces cloud-based technology, automation, and modern accounting applications to provide an exceptional client experience while creating more rewarding work for our team.
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate is dependable, organized, and committed to delivering high-quality work. You enjoy learning, take initiative, and understand the importance of following through on commitments in a client-focused environment.
Qualifications include:
- Accounting diploma or degree
- Interest in pursuing or completing the CPA designation
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Professional written and verbal communication
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Commitment to reliability, accountability, and client service
Experience with cloud accounting and practice management software is considered an asset. This may include platforms such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, Caseware, TaxPrep, Dext, Wagepoint, Jobber, Fathom, MoneyThumb, iFirm, or similar applications. If you're eager to learn new technology, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Curtis-Villar?
We're looking for someone who wants more than just a job. We want a teammate who values continuous improvement, enjoys working directly with clients, and takes pride in producing exceptional work.
If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your career in a supportive, forward-thinking public accounting firm, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Anticipated start date: September/October 2026.
This position is eligible under the new CPA program requirements.
Curtis-Villar LLP is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities upon request.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
