Join Our Team!
At Bright Line Financial Services, we believe in more than just numbers—we believe in relationships. We're a firm that redefines what it means to work in accounting by focusing on collaboration, innovation, and client success. If you’re passionate about helping clients navigate their financial journey with clarity and confidence, you’ll fit right in.
Our Teams Approach
We understand that working in accounting often means juggling many moving parts, managing deadlines, and ensuring every detail is in place. At Bright Line Financial Services, we’ve built a culture of support and developed clear processes to make your job easier, not harder. From leveraging cutting-edge tech to building strong communication channels with clients and teammates, we’re committed to giving you the tools and support you need to excel in your role.
Open Positions
Senior Accountant
Where: Canada | Remote - with an option to work in office in Halifax, NS.
Wage: $65,000–$75,000 a year - Full-time
THE ROLE
As a Senior Accountant, you’ll wear many hats — blending technical accounting expertise, client service, and team leadership. You’ll ensure client accounting data is accurate, timely, and insightful, reviewing detailed work prepared by junior staff while also stepping back to highlight key opportunities and risks from a client’s perspective. Beyond managing the numbers, you’ll play a central role in automating workflows, producing meaningful financial reports, and delivering strategic advice that helps clients grow with clarity and confidence. This role is ideal for someone who is forward-thinking, tech-savvy, and motivated to coach and inspire others while driving excellence across the accounting team.
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Your Responsibilities:
Firm Operations & Team Development
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of firm-wide accounting processes and best practices.
Oversee workflow in Karbon, managing triage, My Week planning, and progress notes.
Stay current with cloud accounting tools and lead adoption of new applications.
Identify professional development opportunities and provide training to the team.
Client Delivery
Review monthly or quarterly work prepared by junior staff or client staff, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and deliver management reports, video reviews, and financial review meetings.
Support delivery of bill pay, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, and other client services.
Review GST/HST filings, including accuracy checks and reasonability testing.
Attend client meetings to discuss financial performance, and business objectives.
Accounting Systems & Tax
Execute system implementations, onboarding and conversions for new clients.
Prepare responses to CRA inquiries, reviews, and audits.
Special Projects
Manage historical catch-up/clean-up projects for new clients.
WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT
You’re detail-oriented yet able to step back and see the bigger picture, offering clients not just accuracy but insight.
You thrive in a leadership role — training junior staff, guiding projects, and inspiring excellence.
You’re adaptable and tech-savvy, eager to embrace new systems and find better ways of working.
You balance strong technical accounting skills with clear, client-friendly communication.
You’re proactive, organized, and able to manage competing priorities with confidence.
You bring curiosity, judgment, and a solutions-focused mindset to every challenge.
Bonus experience (not required):
Controllership or tax administration
Familiarity with QBO, Microsoft 365, Dext, Uncat, Plooto
WHY JOIN BRIGHT LINE?
Flexible Work Setup – Work remotely 100% of the time or drop into our Halifax or Dartmouth office
$1,000 Home Office Allowance – Build a workspace that suits your needs
5 Weeks Off – 4 weeks of vacation plus 1 extra week in December
$500 Annual Learning Benefit – Use it for anything from cooking to coding.
$500 Annual Wellness Benefit – Gym memberships, workout gear, equipment.
Inclusive Culture – Your input helps shape our firm’s strategic direction
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Paid time off
Vision care
Work Location: Remote
Tax Accountant
Where: Canada | Remote - with an option to work in office in Halifax, NS.
Full-time
THE ROLE
As a Tax Senior, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality tax and non-assurance engagements while acting as a technical and workflow resource for both clients and internal team members. You’ll balance hands-on preparation and review work with client communication, coaching junior staff, and continuously improving our tax processes.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys technical tax compliance work, values strong client relationships, and wants to grow within a modern, advisory-focused firm.
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Tax & Compliance
Prepare and review personal and corporate income tax returns (T1s, T2s), including related schedules and elections.
Plan, perform, and review financial statement compilation engagements for a variety of clients.
Complete and review non-assurance engagements for small business clients.
Prepare and review GST/HST returns, including reasonability checks and follow-up on discrepancies.
Prepare responses to CRA inquiries, reviews, and audits.
Client Service & Advisory
Communicate directly with clients, including business owners, controllers, and finance managers.
Identify tax planning opportunities and flag issues or risks for review by managers or partners.
Participate in client meetings and calls to discuss tax filings, results, and next steps.
Support proactive, timely communication with clients throughout the year — not just at filing deadlines.
Firm Operations & Team Support
Review work prepared by junior staff, providing clear, constructive feedback.
Assist with training and mentoring junior team members on tax and compilation work.
Manage assigned work in Karbon, including task planning, deadlines, and progress notes.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of tax processes, templates, and workflows.
Stay current on Canadian tax legislation and best practices.
Special Projects
Support clean-up, catch-up, and historical tax filings for new or transitioning clients.
Assist with internal projects related to automation, documentation, or process optimization.
WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT
You have strong technical tax knowledge and enjoy applying it to real-world client situations.
You’re detail-oriented but can also step back and understand the bigger picture.
You communicate clearly and confidently with both clients and teammates.
You’re comfortable reviewing others’ work and providing thoughtful feedback.
You’re organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities.
You’re tech-curious and open to new tools, automation, and AI-driven workflows.
You bring sound judgment, professionalism, and a solutions-focused mindset to your work.
Bonus extras (not required):
CPA designation
Familiarity with QBO, Microsoft 365, Dext, Karbon, or similar cloud-based tools
WHY JOIN BRIGHT LINE?
Flexible Work Setup – Work remotely 100% of the time or from our Halifax or Dartmouth office
Home Office Allowance – Build a workspace that works for you
Time Off – 4 weeks of vacation plus an additional week off in December
Learning & Development Benefit – Annual allowance to support your growth
Wellness Benefit – Support for physical and mental well-being
Inclusive, Collaborative Culture – Your ideas help shape how we work and grow
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental care
Vision care
Work from home
Experience:
Tax accounting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Remote
Your Growth, Our Priority
At Bright Line Financial Services, your professional development is just as important as the work we do for our clients. We foster a culture of continuous learning, offering training programs, 1:1 coaching, and opportunities to take on new challenges. Whether you're looking to refine your technical skills, deepen client relationships, or expand your role within the firm, we’re here to help you grow. Here’s how we do it:
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We leverage secure AI-based technology alongside the latest cloud-based software to streamline workflows, helping you focus more on strategic advising and less on administrative tasks.
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At Bright Line Financial Services, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that by working together, we can deliver exceptional service to our clients and create a supportive, environment for our team.
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Flexibility is key to productivity. Our team enjoys the freedom to work remotely while maintaining strong collaboration and accountability through regular syncs and updates in Microsoft Teams.
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We prioritize your professional growth and skill development. At Bright Line Financial Services, we create a supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to share ideas, take initiative, and bring new projects to life. With clear career paths, leadership opportunities, and a strong focus on internal advancement, we are dedicated to helping you grow while ensuring your contributions have a lasting impact.