CPA Articling Student

pivotalcpa· Accounting & Assurance
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📍 Red Deer County, Alberta, CanadaFull Time

About this role

At Pivotal LLP we want to invest in you!  

 

We are a progressive accounting firm with a forward-thinking outlook. We take a professional and personalized approach towards our clients and team. We encourage and challenge our new team members beyond their technical training to gain real world experiences to enrich their designation within a very short time frame. For students who article with us, we look to their future within our firm as leaders both here and in our community. 

 

Role Expectations 

 

  • Develop technical skills while receiving personalized training in all areas of accounting, assurance, and taxation on projects such as bookkeeping, compilations, reviews, audits, T4s, T5s, GST, corporate and personal tax 
  • Be involved in projects from planning to preparation through to completion 
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team 
  • Prioritize and complete work in a fast-paced environment 
  • Interact and communicate with other team members and clients effectively and in a professional manner 
  • Flexibility with the seasonality of our business; be prepared to contribute more hours in the first half of the year and less in the second half 
  • Travel to clients’ offices as necessary 
  • Embodying our core values: Respect, Continuous Learning, Integrity, Drive and Accountability 

 

Qualifications 

 

  • Have the necessary post-secondary degree and other requirements to begin the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) upon employment 
  • Previous bookkeeping, accounting and customer services experience is desirable 
  • Experience with accounting and tax software such as CaseWare, Profile, Sage and QuickBooks/QBO is an asset 

 

Benefits 

 

  • Full financial support throughout the CPA program  
  • Preapproved CPA route with a personal mentor and CPA advisor 
  • Paid time off to study for the CPA modules and exams  
  • Banked overtime  
  • Firm paid social events 
  • Flexible work weeks June to December
  • Comprehensive benefits including a health and wellness spending account 
  • Moving allowance provided

 

For more information see our website: https://pivotalcpa.ca/ 

 

Position start date is September 1, 2026 or January 5, 2027

 

Please submit your resume with unofficial transcripts attached and cover letter. 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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The salary for this CPA Articling Student role at pivotalcpa is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the CPA Articling Student position at pivotalcpa located?
This CPA Articling Student role at pivotalcpa is based in Red Deer County, Alberta, Canada. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the CPA Articling Student role at pivotalcpa full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a CPA Articling Student role in the Accounting & Assurance department at pivotalcpa.
Which team or department does the CPA Articling Student at pivotalcpa belong to?
This CPA Articling Student position is part of the Accounting & Assurance department at pivotalcpa. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the CPA Articling Student position at pivotalcpa?
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When was the CPA Articling Student job at pivotalcpa posted?
This CPA Articling Student position at pivotalcpa was posted on Oct 14, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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