About Us
Lixin & Ethos CPAs LLP is a fast-growing, Vancouver-based CPA firm providing audit, review, compilation and tax services. Our assurance practice is led by former Big Four audit partners who remain actively involved in engagement planning, technical review, and key client discussions.
We specialize in audits of publicly listed companies reporting under IFRS and U.S. GAAP, performed in accordance with Canadian Auditing Standards and, where applicable, PCAOB standards. As a growing firm, we offer intermediate team members meaningful hands-on audit experience, close coaching from experienced team members, and exposure to diversified clients and engagements. With smaller engagement teams and fewer internal layers than larger firms, motivated staff can learn quickly, take on broader responsibilities earlier, and grow their careers based on performance and demonstrated potential.
Position Overview
We are hiring Senior Staff Accountants to join our assurance practice. This role is designed for candidates with approximately two years of external audit experience who have a practical understanding of audit procedures and working paper documentation, and who want to develop into strong senior auditors over time.
The successful candidates will support external audits and review engagements from planning through completion, working closely with seniors, managers and partners. The role offers broad exposure to public company and private company clients, IFRS, U.S. GAAP, ASPE where applicable, and CAS/PCAOB standards, depending on engagement assignment.
This is not a routine checklist role. It is best suited to someone who is curious, detail oriented, coachable, and willing to learn quickly in a professional client-service environment.
Key Responsibilities
· Assist with audit planning activities, including understanding the client’s business, documenting processes, preparing PBC lists, and identifying risks or unusual items.
· Perform assigned audit procedures for financial statement areas under supervision based on engagement needs.
· Prepare clear, well-organized audit working papers that support conclusions and comply with firm methodology and applicable professional standards.
· Assist in preparing or reviewing financial statement disclosures under IFRS, U.S. GAAP, ASPE or other applicable frameworks.
· Communicate with client staff to obtain documents, ask follow-up questions, and resolve routine audit matters professionally.
· Identify potential audit issues, misstatements or documentation gaps and escalate them in a timely manner.
· Work with team members to meet engagement timelines while maintaining audit quality.
· Participate in training, coaching and post-engagement debriefs to continuously improve technical knowledge and execution.
· Use Excel, audit tools, data analytics and approved AI-enabled tools responsibly to improve efficiency, documentation quality and problem solving, while maintaining confidentiality and professional judgment.
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Designation
· Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
· CPA student, CPA PEP enrollment or CPA eligibility preferred.
· International accounting designation or progress toward a recognized designation will also be considered.
Experience
· Approximately two years of external audit experience in a public accounting firm preferred.
· Experience with financial statement audits is required; public company audit exposure is a strong asset.
· Familiarity with CAS is preferred; exposure to PCAOB standards is an asset.
· Basic knowledge of IFRS and/or U.S. GAAP preferred; ASPE exposure is an asset.
Skills & Attributes
· Strong learning ability and genuine interest in developing a long-term audit career.
· Good attention to detail, organization and follow-through.
· Ability to prepare working papers that are accurate, clear and easy to review.
· Professional skepticism and willingness to ask thoughtful questions.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
· Comfortable working in a team environment and communicating with clients professionally.
· Strong Excel skills; experience with audit software, data analytics or AI tools is an asset.
· Chinese language skills, including Mandarin and/or Cantonese, are an asset but not required.
What We Offer
· Competitive compensation package within the posted range, with performance-based bonus, comprehensive health benefits and gym membership.
· Hybrid work model that supports flexibility and work-life balance, with a modern office in the heart of Burnaby.
· Hands-on training and close coaching from experienced audit team members, including managers and partners.
· Exposure to diversified clients, industries and engagement types, including public company audit engagements where appropriate.
· A culture of continuous learning, with in-house training, technical support and funding for specialized courses where appropriate.
· A friendly, respectful and professional working environment with smaller engagement teams and fewer internal layers.
· Clear opportunities for career development and performance-based advancement, with strong performers able to progress as they demonstrate technical ability, ownership, communication skills and readiness for the next level.
Application Process
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your audit experience and why you are interested in growing with a smaller, partner-led CPA firm. Candidates who are curious, responsible and eager to learn will be strongly considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Pay: $62,000.00-$72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- external audit: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
