Senior Accountant - Assurance lead
pivotalcpa· Accounting & Assurance
About this role
Step into a leadership role where your expertise drives impact.
Pivotal LLP is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing team. This is an opportunity for a motivated professional who wants to lead engagements, mentor others, and accelerate their career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
We are a progressive accounting firm that values innovation, collaboration, and personalized service. At Pivotal, you’ll gain hands-on leadership experience, broaden your technical expertise, and play a meaningful role in shaping both client outcomes and our internal processes.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and execute audit and review engagements from planning to completion
- Supervise, coach, and mentor junior team members
- Prepare and review financial statements and disclosures in accordance with ASPE and ASNPO
- Identify, analyze, and resolve complex accounting and assurance issues
- Deliver high-quality client service as a primary contact
- Travel to complete audit fieldwork outside of Central Alberta
- Assist with compilation engagements from planning to completion
- Prepare and review corporate and personal tax returns and compliance filings
- Oversee T4s, T5s, payroll, GST filings, and government reporting
- Analyze financial results and provide insights to clients
- Communicate engagement progress and findings to management
- Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations
- Collaborate with engagement teams
- Support clients with systems and process improvements
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Build and maintain client relationships
- Participate in internal training programs
What Sets You Apart:
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to high-quality client service
- Experience with Caseware, Profile, QuickBooks, Sage, and Microsoft 365
- Knowledge of CAS, ASPE, ASNPO, and Canadian tax compliance
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Business Administration
- CPA designation (completed or near completion)
- 3–5 years of public practice experience in Canada
Why Join Pivotal LLP:
- Leadership opportunities
- Flexible work schedules (June–December)
- Firm-paid social events
- Ongoing professional development
- Supportive and collaborative environment
- Comprehensive benefits including health & wellness account
- Banked overtime
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Senior Accountant - Assurance lead position at pivotalcpa located?
This Senior Accountant - Assurance lead 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 Senior Accountant - Assurance lead role at pivotalcpa full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Senior Accountant - Assurance lead role in the Accounting & Assurance department at pivotalcpa.
Which team or department does the Senior Accountant - Assurance lead at pivotalcpa belong to?
This Senior Accountant - Assurance lead position is part of the Accounting & Assurance department at pivotalcpa. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Senior Accountant - Assurance lead job at pivotalcpa posted?
This Senior Accountant - Assurance lead position at pivotalcpa was posted on Jun 8, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Accountant - Assurance lead
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