Senior Accountant

Baker Tilly Canada • Winnipeg, Manitoba • Full Time

Posted on Fri, Sep 11, 2026

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow. At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team —this is a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes, and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another. Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity. “There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.” Your primary responsibilities will include:

Complete, support and guide the completion of assurance and non-assurance engagements for a variety of clients
Lead consulting engagements or special assignments and identify client service opportunities
Supervise, develop, mentor and lead junior staff
Complete corporate and personal income tax returns
Preparation and review of financial statements
Identifying and resolving engagement issues
Developing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships
Supporting practice and professional development initiatives
Participating in business development initiatives
Proactively follow up with clients and build positive working relationships
Effectively respond to requests or queries, and keep the team apprised of any potential issues

A successful candidate will have:

College or university education in accounting or equivalent experience
Successful completion of the CFE or working towards a CPA designation
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in accounting. Public practice experience preferred
Interest in managing and developing others
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with individuals at all levels
Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and develop
Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting
Experience with Caseware, Profile, Sage 300 (ACCPAC), Sage 50 (Simply Accounting) and QuickBooks is valued
Strong Microsoft Office skills particularly MS Excel
Ability to prioritize and manage deliverables, adhering to time and budget constraints
Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
Excellent client services skills with an aptitude to understand the clients’ business and maintain strong client relationships
Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional performance of duties

What's in it for you? When you join us, you can expect: 

Rewarding opportunities at every stage of your career
Challenging and varied assignments
Competitive compensation, incentives, and rewards
Professional networking and mentoring programs
A dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
A leadership team committed to your success.
To engage with leading experts and colleagues across Canada and the world
The opportunity to influence tomorrow for clients, community and the profession.

Job type: Full-time
Your schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Where you’ll work: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Salary range: Will be communicated at a later stage in the hiring process.
When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger - an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you. We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.

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