Careers
HBA Chartered Professional Accountants believes that an equitable work environment and a diverse, empowered team are critical to the work we do. We are committed to inclusion and diversity within our community, and we welcome all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
We specifically invite applications from applicants including but not limited to: persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ+ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas on our team.
If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Looking for new challenges and a rewarding future? Ready for a better work-life balance?
Our staff are involved in all aspects of a file from start to finish, including accounting, tax planning and compliance, but also provide client assistance and advice year-round. We are small enough to give a variety of experience, but big enough for people to focus on specialized areas, as desired.
In our firm, you are respected as part of a team. For the right candidate, we offer:
- competitive salary and bonus structure,
- paid overtime,
- free parking,
- flexible scheduling and great work-life balance,
- abundant busy season snacks,
- peer led spot rewards program,
- paid volunteer time,
- mentorship program,
- flex plan, health plan and other benefits
- ongoing internal and external training for staff at all levels of the firm.
HBA Chartered Professional Accountants Inc., a member firm of the AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms Ltd. (www.acgca.ca). With a growing team of professional and support staff, our firm offers a full range of services including assurance, accounting, taxation and advisory.
“My favourite thing about working at HBA is the direct contact and coaching from the partners. It has been instrumental in my career development.” Amanda, Senior Manager Assurance
“One thing I like is the flexible start times. Like one of our employees is an early bird, so he is able to start to early, whereas other people are not so they are able to start later.” Julia, Co-op student
“Since starting with the firm 3 years ago, I have been amazed with the amount of support that has been provided for professional development or work-life balance. There is always something new to learn everyday and I am proud to be apart of the HBA family.” – Ashley, Administrative Assistant
Current Open Positions
How to apply for any open position:
Interested parties should send your resume and a cover letter by email to: Janine Benoit
Please explain your qualifications for the position of interest in your cover letter.
Please put the position of interest in the email subject line.
No phone calls or in person visits please.
Accounting Technician
About Us:
HBA Chartered Professional Accountants is a full-service CPA firm located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The foundation for our practice is contributing to the success of small to medium sized owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Since our establishment in 1991 our focus continues to be providing creative advice and personalized service to our clients along with strong support and development opportunities to our team of professionals.
To support our mandate HBA Chartered Professional Accountants is seeking an Accounting Technician to join our growing practice in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Reporting to the mangers and partners the Accounting Technician will have the opportunity to quickly assume responsibility for a wide variety of engagements, including compilation engagements, tax returns (personal, corporate), HST returns, and bookkeeping training and cleanup.
What will it take to succeed in this role?
Your education background preferably includes a recognized bookkeeping or accounting diploma least two years of relevant work experience or equivalent. You have proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and at least one accounting software package such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or Wave. Experience with other accounting software, Canadian income taxes, Caseware, and TaxPrep are considered strong assets.
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
Personally, you are highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You have the ability to manage deadlines and workflow. You are motivated towards opportunities of advancement and career development.
Tax Accountant/Senior Associate
About Us:
HBA Chartered Professional Accountants focuses on providing creative advice and personalized service to our clients along with strong support and development opportunities for our team of professionals.
To support our mandate HBA Chartered Professional Accountants is seeking a Tax Accountant at the Senior Associate or Manager to Senior Manager Level.
Reporting to the partners and senior managers, the Tax Accountant at a Senior Associate level will assist with and oversee personal and corporate tax engagements for owner-managed businesses, including:
- identifying planning opportunities for clients
- planning and overseeing tax returns and other work prepared by junior staff
- preparing tax and estate plans
- presenting client deliverables; and
- advising clients on critical business decisions
At the Manager/Senior Manager level, the Tax Accountant would also be a member of our Management team.
What will it take to succeed in this role?
Personally, you have a high level of integrity, initiative, and interpersonal savvy to build solid and trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Associate:
For an Associate role, your education background includes a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and you will have experience with Canadian tax in various areas including tax planning, HST, trusts, corporate and personal income tax.
Your work experience includes a minimum of three years in a public accounting environment, with at least two years dealing with Canadian taxation.
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
Manager:
For a manager role, a minimum of four years in public accounting dealing with Canadian Taxation would be expected, including experience with corporate reorganizations and estate planning. Completion of, or enrolment in the In-Depth program would be a strong asset.
As a member of the firm’s Management Team, and the AC Group Tax Committee, you also bring proven leadership abilities and skills, including mentoring, coaching, and motivating professional staff.
Public Practice Manager
About Us:
HBA Chartered Professional Accountants focuses on providing creative advice and personalized service to our clients along with strong support and development opportunities for our team of professionals.
Our staff are involved in all aspects of a file from start to finish, including accounting, tax planning and compliance, but also provide client assistance and advice year-round. We are small enough to give a variety of experience, but big enough for people to focus on specialized areas, as desired.
To support our mandate HBA Chartered Professional Accountants is seeking a Manager in Public Practice.
As a member of our Management Team and reporting to the partners, the Manager will participate in overseeing all aspects of a file from start to finish, including:
- engagement planning
- overseeing and occasionally performing fieldwork
- reviewing work done by junior staff
- presenting client deliverables; and
- advising clients on critical business decisions
What will it take to succeed in the role?
Your education background includes a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and your work experience includes a minimum of four years of experience in a public accounting environment. Your experience would vary depending on whether you are looking to specialize or be a generalist.
You may be focused on assurance, primarily dealing with ASPE and ASNFPO frameworks. If this is your path, you have experience with audits, NPO audits, and expertise using CaseWare for compilation, review, and audit engagements.
Or you may be more interested in owner-managed businesses primarily dealing with ASPE and Canadian income taxes. If this is your path, you will have experience using CaseWare for compilation and review engagements, as well as tax experience including any combination of HST, trust, corporate and personal income tax.
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
No matter which road you are on, personally, you have a high level of integrity, initiative and interpersonal savvy to build solid and trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders. As a member of the firm’s Management Team, you also bring proven leadership abilities and skills, including mentoring, coaching, and motivating professional staff.
Our clients are varied, and so are their needs. The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience with owner-managed businesses or NPOs
- Experience supervising and reviewing work prepared by junior staff
- Experience in reporting from QuickBooks, Sage and/or cloud accounting software such as QBO, Wave or Xero
- Experience with Jazzit is considered an asset
- Willingness to learn other applications
Senior Associate CPA
About Us:
HBA Chartered Professional Accountants is a full-service CPA firm located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The foundation for our practice is contributing to the success of small to medium sized owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Since our establishment in 1991 our focus continues to be providing creative advice and personalized service to our clients along with strong support and development opportunities to our team of professionals.
To support our mandate HBA Chartered Professional Accountants is seeking a CPA Senior Associate to join our growing practice in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Reporting to the mangers and partners the Associate or Senior Associate will have the opportunity to quickly assume responsibility for a wide variety of engagements, including assurance, tax, and other special engagements.
What will it take to succeed in the role?
Your education background preferably includes successful completion of the CFE with at least two years of experience in a public accounting environment or equivalent. You have familiarity with ASPE, ASNPO, year-end engagements, and income tax returns, however candidates with either assurance or income tax experience may also be considered. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Wave, Dext, Caseware, and TaxPrep are considered assets. While the CPA designation would be a strong asset, CPA students who have completed the modules and have the relevant skills and experience may also be considered for an Associate position.
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
Personally, you are highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You have the ability to manage deadlines and workflow. You are motivated towards opportunities of advancement and career development.