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CPA Accountant Location: Remote Job Type: Full-Time, remote (Occasional travel may be required to Toronto and Mississauga offices) Salary: $75,000?$85,000 Start Date: Immediate *About Us * Bluestar Professional Services Inc. is a family investment office that acquires, operates, and grows small to medium-sized Canadian businesses. We take a long-term approach, partnering with our companies to support sustainable growth, operational excellence, and lasting value for employees, customers, and investors. We are committed to creating a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills, contribute new ideas, and grow their careers. As our organization continues to expand across Canada and the U.S., we offer opportunities to work on meaningful projects, make an impact, and be part of a team that values accountability, communication, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a role where you can contribute to a growing organization and work alongside talented, motivated professionals, we'd love to hear from you. Position Summary Bluestar Professional Services Inc. is seeking an experienced CPA Accountant to join our growing professional services team. This role is responsible for providing a full range of accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of business and individual clients. The successful candidate will manage client relationships, deliver high-quality accounting and tax services, provide strategic financial guidance, and ensure compliance with all applicable legislation and reporting requirements. This position requires exceptional technical expertise, strong communication skills, and a commitment to delivering an outstanding client experience. Key Responsibilities Client Relationship Management * Manage a portfolio of corporate and individual clients. * Serve as the primary point of contact for accounting and tax matters. * Build trusted relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service. * Understand each client's business and provide tailored financial guidance. * Identify opportunities to introduce additional professional services that support client needs. Accounting & Bookkeeping Services * Prepare and review monthly and year-end bookkeeping. * Maintain accurate general ledgers and financial records. * Prepare adjusting journal entries and reconciliations. * Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. * Analyze financial information and provide recommendations to clients. Accounting Software * Set up new accounting systems for clients. * Perform accounting software migrations between platforms. * Configure chart of accounts and accounting workflows. * Train clients on accounting software best practices. * Troubleshoot bookkeeping and software issues. Tax Services Corporate Tax * Prepare and file T2 Corporate Income Tax Returns. * Prepare supporting schedules and tax working papers. * Identify tax planning opportunities. * Ensure compliance with current tax legislation. Personal Tax * Prepare and file T1 Personal Income Tax Returns. * Advise clients on tax planning strategies. * Assist with complex personal tax situations. Trust Tax * Prepare and file T3 Trust Income Tax Returns. * Assist clients with trust reporting requirements. * Support estate trustees with tax compliance. Payroll Services * Process payroll accurately and on schedule. * Calculate statutory deductions. * Prepare and file payroll remittances. * Prepare annual T4 slips and summaries. * Respond to payroll-related client inquiries. Indirect Tax Compliance * Prepare and file HST/GST returns. * Review client records for compliance. * Assist clients with indirect tax questions. * Resolve HST-related issues with CRA where required. Information Return Preparation * Prepare and file T4 slips. * Prepare and file T5 investment income slips. * Ensure all annual info