Staff Accountant (Edmonton)

Company description Staff Accountant St. Arnaud Pinsent Stemen Chartered Professional Accountants is a progressive public practice firm where excellent work and great people go hand in hand. We’re known for being responsive, relationship-driven, and committed to doing the right thing with quality, independence, professionalism, and integrity at the core of everything we do. You’ll join a supportive, welcoming team, gain exposure to a diverse client base, and grow your career through our pre-approved CPA program and hands-on mentorship. St. Arnaud Pinsent Steman Chartered Professional Accountants, will report to Dan St. Arnaud Edmonton AB Job Summary: As a Staff Accountant, you’ll play a key role in helping our clients understand their numbers and make confident decisions. You’ll work across full-cycle accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation building practical experience while developing your CPA path with the support of our team. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Schedule: - 40 hour work week (overtime when required) - Monday to Friday - In-office role in Edmonton (this is not a virtual position) Experience Education - Related post-secondary diploma or degree - CPA student (enrolled or planning to enroll) we support your growth Experience: 3+ years in full-cycle accounting is an asset; we’re happy to train the right candidate Tech comfort: experience with tools such as Caseware, TaxCycle, Sage, QuickBooks/QBO, Xero, and similar platforms Job Duties: - Support a portfolio of clients with day-to-day bookkeeping and account reconciliations - Prepare financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flows) and help tell the story behind the numbers - Compile working papers and compilation engagement files with strong attention to detail - Contribute to assurance engagements (reviews and audits) and learn best practices from experienced mentors - Prepare personal and corporate tax returns (T1 and T2) and support tax planning needs - Prepare T4 and T5 slips and assist with year-end filings - Assist with payroll preparation and submissions - Provide administrative and project support to partners and senior management as needed - Collaborate closely with partners and the team. We work best when we work together Skills & Abilities: - Detail-oriented and organized, you take pride in getting it right - Strong communication skills (written and in person) and a client-service mindset - Analytical and curious, you enjoy solving problems and learning new concepts - Able to manage priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision - You look for ways to improve and grow, you are driven and proactive. Application deadline: June 25, 2026 Expected start date: July 6, 2026 Job Type: Full-time Salary: We are offering a competitive compensation package. Why you’ll like working here: - A supportive, collaborative team you’ll be surrounded by people who share knowledge and have your back - Variety of clients and files; build experience across different industries, challenges, and engagement types - Growth with a clear path forward; hands-on development and progression opportunities into senior roles Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We thank all candidates that apply. We’ll reach out to candidates selected for an interview. Please send your resume via email in confidence to: E-mail: Cassandra Johnson CPA, CGA St. Arnaud Pinsent Steman Chartered Professional Accountants 1653 -91 Street SW Edmonton, AB T6X 0W8 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pagzc