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: Ashley Davis
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 includes a recognized bookkeeping or accounting diploma, with at least 2 years of relevant work experience. You are proficient with at least one accounting package (any version of Sage or QuickBoooks). Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with other accounting applications such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Wave, Dext, Caseware, and TaxPrep are considered 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.
CPA Student
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 Student to join our growing practice in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Reporting to the managers and partners, the CPA student 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 this role?
Your education background includes a degree in Accounting or a related field, and current registration in (or meeting the qualifications for) the CPA Program. Experience in a public accounting environment or equivalent, familiarity with ASPE, ASNPO, year-end engagements, and income tax returns would be considered strong assets. French bilingualism is also considered a strong asset. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Wave, Caseware, and TaxPrep are considered 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.
Executive/Administrative Assistant
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 Executive/Administrative Assistant to join our growing practice in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
As a member of our Administrative team and reporting to the partners and senior administrative staff, the Executive/Administrative Assistant will have the opportunity to quickly assume responsibility for a wide variety of administrative duties in support of the entire organization.
What will it take to succeed in this role?
Your education background includes successful completion of a Diploma in Business Administration or related certification, with at least two years experience in an administrative role. You are proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
Personally, you are highly organized with a keen attention to detail. You have the ability to manage competing deadlines and workflow, are resourceful and flexible, with strong problem-solving skills.
Manager/Senior Tax Manager
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 Manager/Senior Manager Tax.
Future ownership opportunities exist for the successful applicant.
As a member of our Management Team and reporting to the partners, the Manager/Senior Manager Tax will oversee corporate tax engagements for owner-managed businesses from start to finish, including:
- identifying planning opportunities for clients
- planning and overseeing work done by junior staff
- preparing tax and estate plans
- developing reorganization plans
- presenting client deliverables; and
- advising clients on critical business decisions
What will it take to succeed in this role?
Your education background includes a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and completion of the In-Depth Program. and you will have experience with Canadian tax in various areas including reorganizations, estate planning, HST, trusts, corporate and/or personal income tax. You can develop a complex tax plan, and can explain it in simple terms
Your work experience includes a minimum of five years in a public accounting environment, primarily dealing with Canadian taxation. Strong candidates currently enrolled in the In-Depth Program will also be considered.
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
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, and the AC Group Tax Committee, you also bring proven leadership abilities and skills, including mentoring, coaching, and motivating professional staff.
Manager/Senior Manager Assurance
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 and strong support and development opportunities to our team of professionals.
To support our mandate HBA Chartered Professional Accountants is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager Assurance.
Reporting to the partners, the Manager/Senior Manager Assurance will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of a file from start to finish, including:
- engagement planning
- evaluating and developing audit procedures and disclosures
- 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 this role?
Your education background includes a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and your work experience includes a minimum of five years of experience in a public accounting environment, primarily dealing with ASPE and ASNFPO frameworks. In addition, you have experience with audits, NPO audits, and expertise using CaseWare for compilation, review, and audit engagements, as well as, tax experience including HST, corporate and personal income tax.
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.
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
Our clients are varied, and so are their needs. The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience with owner-managed businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and government organizations.
- Proficiency in Excel, QuickBooks, and Sage and have experience in cloud accounting software such as QBO, Wave or Xero.
- Willingness to learn other applications.
- Bilingualism (English/French) would also be an asset.
Private Enterprise Manager
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 Private Enterprise Manager.
As a member of our Management Team and reporting to the partners, the Private Enterprise 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 with at least three years of experience in a public accounting environment, primarily dealing with ASPE and Canadian income taxes. 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.
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.
Salary & Hours:
We provide our staff with a competitive bonus structure, paid overtime, training, health plan and other benefits.
Our clients are varied, and so are their needs. The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience with owner-managed businesses
- Experience supervising and reviewing work prepared by junior staff
- Proficiency in Excel
- 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 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 includes successful completion of the CFE with at least two years of experience in a public accounting environment or equivalent, familiarity with ASPE, ASNPO, year-end engagements, and income tax returns. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience with QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, Wave, Dext, Caseware, and TaxPrep are considered 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.