Accountant - Assurance, Compilation, Tax ACT CPA Articling Student (September 2027) - Vancouver

PRIVCO ACT Articling Student (September 2027) - Vancouver Pay: $55,000/year At Smythe LLP, we recognize that every team member is unique, with a career path shaped by personal ambition. We foster a dynamic learning environment, offering year-round coaching, mentorship, and a collaborative, team-oriented culture for motivated professionals. Smythe is excited to invite students to join our Private Companies (PRIVCO) Practice Group for full-time Articling positions commencing at our Vancouver, BC office in September 2027. In order to be considered for this full-time articling position, you must have fulfilled all prerequisites (CPA PREP) and be eligible to commence the CPA PEP program while employed with us. Please note that this program is pre-approved within the CPA’s ACT (Assurance, Compilation, Taxes) Pathway. During your CPA Articling experience with Smythe, you will: * Partner with a dedicated coach to guide your professional development and support your career growth; * Develop proficiency in completing compilations and reviews for privately-held companies in a wide variety of industries, including technology, real estate, hospitality and more; * Build the expertise needed to prepare corporate, personal and other tax returns with confidence * Work directly with clients – to cultivate a meaningful professional relationship; * Receive comprehensive training and support towards your academic and professional success; and * Gain valuable skills and experiences to assist with reaching your full career potential. At Smythe, we are committed to the development of our people. We offer ambitious individuals’ opportunities to challenge themselves and advance their careers not only on a technical front, but also in regard to business development and community support. Our culture is highly supportive and embraces diversity. To apply for this role, login into our UKG Career Centre Portal and upload (in one PDF document and in this order) your cover letter, your resume, and your transcript(s). Applications lacking required documents will not be considered. Please address your application to Mahesh Nandwani, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist. Click here [https://www.smythecpa.com/about-us/campus-recruitment/] to learn more about our co-op and Articling opportunities. The deadline to apply for this role is Sunday, 13th September, 2026, at 11:59pm. We thank everyone for their interest in working at Smythe and for applying for this role. We will be in touch with candidates who have been shortlisted for further consideration.

The articling student will prepare compilations, reviews, and tax returns for privately-held companies across various industries. They will also work directly with clients to build professional relationships while receiving mentorship and training.

Candidates must have fulfilled all CPA PREP prerequisites and be eligible to commence the CPA PEP program. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, and transcript via the UKG Career Centre Portal.

• Coaching • Mentorship • Professional development support • Training

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• Assurance
• Compilation
• Tax preparation
• Corporate tax
• Personal tax
• Financial review
• Client relationship management
• Professional development
• CPA PEP
• CPA PREP
• Business Development
• Mentorship
• Real Estate
• Coaching
• Tax Returns
• Team Oriented

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Tax Accountant/Certified Public Accountant
• Tax Accountant
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week