Staff Accountant/ Senior Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant / Senior Staff Accountant Buchanan Barry LLP – Calgary, Alberta Are you ready for a workplace that values your whole self—where your personal well-being is just as important as your career growth? At Buchanan Barry LLP, we believe you can thrive in public accounting without sacrificing your well-being. We're a mid-sized, people-first firm with a fresh perspective—proving that meaningful work and a balanced life can coexist. Who We Are For over 60 years, Buchanan Barry has been helping clients grow while ensuring our team members grow too. We’re proud to offer an inclusive, supportive, and down-to-earth workplace where individuals are valued, voices are heard, and flexibility is more than a buzzword. Whether you're cycling to work or caring for family, we respect your time both in and out of the office. Who You Are You’re a thoughtful, motivated accounting professional who brings both heart and skill to your work. You thrive on variety, care about your clients, and want to make an impact—without burning out. What You’ll Do As a Senior Staff Accountant, you’ll be trusted with meaningful client work and given space to lead, mentor, and grow. Prepare financial statements and tax returns for businesses and nonprofits that make a difference. Lead and support audit engagements across a variety of industries. Communicate with clarity and care—whether it’s with clients, regulators, or your colleagues. Share knowledge and support junior team members in their development. Bring fresh insights to files, processes, and projects. Why Buchanan Barry? We don’t just talk culture—we live it. Here’s what sets us apart: Paid Overtime – Your time is valuable. We recognize it. Flexible Scheduling – Be available during CORE hours, but plan your day how it works for you. Hybrid work from home available (outside of busy season) Diverse Experience – Compilation, tax, assurance—you won't be stuck in a silo. Health & Well-Being – We support active lifestyles and balanced lives. Continuous Learning – Ongoing training and mentorship to help you advance at your pace. What You Bring At least 2 years relevant experience at a Public Accounting firm A sharp analytical mind and a collaborative spirit Strong communication skills—verbal, written, and interpersonal Excellent time management and organizational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Caseware, Taxprep, and accounting software is a plus CPA designation or working towards designation Ready to Explore What’s Next? Let’s connect. Send your resume and a short note to Mary McCartney at [email protected] and tell us why you’re excited to work with us. We value every applicant’s time and interest. While only those selected for interviews will be contacted, we appreciate your consideration.

Prepare financial statements and tax returns for businesses and nonprofits while leading audit engagements across various industries. Provide mentorship to junior team members and maintain clear communication with clients and regulators.

Requires at least 2 years of relevant experience at a public accounting firm and a CPA designation or progress toward one. Candidates should possess strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills along with proficiency in accounting software.

• Paid Overtime • Flexible Scheduling • Hybrid Work From Home • Continuous Learning • Mentorship

• Time managementPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Financial Statement Preparation
• Tax Return Preparation
• Audit Engagement Leadership
• Client Communication
• Mentoring
• Analytical Thinking
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Caseware
• Taxprep
• Microsoft Office

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 9, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level

Application method

Direct apply is available