Are you an experienced public practice accountant ready for more responsibility, more client interaction, and the opportunity to grow into a leadership role - without giving up your life outside of work? We're seeking the right Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) to join our team.
About Creekside Accounting
Creekside Accounting Ltd. is a growing boutique accounting firm in Kelowna, BC, specializing in small owner-managed businesses and personal tax. Our clients are entrepreneurs, professionals, retirees, tradespeople, and family businesses who value practical advice and long-term relationships.
We're a team of hardworking, kind, growth-minded professionals who genuinely enjoy helping small businesses succeed. We believe excellent accounting goes beyond compliance: it's about building trust, solving problems, and helping clients make confident financial decisions.
About the Opportunity
Are you a CPA who enjoys public practice but is looking for a healthier work-life balance than a larger firm can often provide?
We're looking for a Chartered Professional Accountant who enjoys the variety and challenge of public practice while building meaningful relationships with small business owners. Whether you're a newly designated CPA looking to accelerate your career or an experienced CPA seeking a better long-term fit, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is well suited to someone looking for a Junior Manager or Manager-level position with opportunities to grow alongside an expanding firm.
You'll have the opportunity to work on a range of engagements, including:
- Preparing / reviewing corporate income tax returns
- Preparing / reviewing compiled financial statements (CSRS 4200)
- Preparing / reviewing personal income tax returns
- Reviewing bookkeeping files and providing guidance to clients and team members
- Identifying tax planning opportunities and practical business advice for owner-managed businesses
- Communicating directly with clients through meetings, phone calls, and email
- Collaborating with our team to deliver exceptional client service while continually improving our internal processes
No two days are exactly alike, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys learning, problem-solving, and working with a diverse client base.
About You
Our ideal team member enjoys working with people just as much as working with numbers.
You likely have:
- A CPA designation (or are newly designated)
- Experience preparing corporate tax returns and compiled financial statements
- Experience in personal income tax and working with owner-managed businesses
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A high attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
- The ability to work independently while knowing when to ask questions
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- A growth mindset and desire to continually learn
Just as importantly, we're looking for someone who is:
- Kind and respectful
- Hardworking and dependable
- A self-starter who takes initiative
- Resilient during busy periods
- Collaborative and supportive of their teammates
- Someone who genuinely enjoys helping clients succeed
Why Creekside Accounting?
We know talented CPAs have options. We strive to create a workplace where people enjoy coming to work and can build a long-term career.
Our team enjoys:
- A friendly, supportive, and collaborative workplace
- Interesting, meaningful work with a wide variety of clients
- Opportunities to develop technical and leadership skills
- Mentorship and ongoing professional development
- Direct exposure to business owners and tax planning work
- A growing firm where your ideas and contributions make a real difference
- A culture that values both professional excellence and life outside of work
We're not trying to be the biggest accounting firm, we're working to be one of the best places to build a rewarding career.
About Our Firm
Creekside Accounting has proudly served the Okanagan since 2016 and continues to grow through referrals and long-term client relationships. We believe in doing excellent work, treating people well, and continuously improving.
If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful impact, continue growing professionally, and enjoy the variety that public practice offers without sacrificing your personal life, we'd love to meet you.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter addressed to Jillian Battaglio, CPA, CA, outlining your experience, why you're interested in Creekside Accounting, and your salary expectations.
We're looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career with our team, and we can't wait to meet you.
Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Location:
- Kelowna, BC V1Y 4N7 (required)
Work Location: In person
