Join Our Team!
At Bright Line, 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, 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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ABOUT BRIGHT LINE CPA
Bright Line CPA is a different kind of boutique accounting, tax, and advisory firm. Based in Halifax and operating remotely, we work with business owners across Canada who are focused on growth and long-term success.
We’re not just number crunchers — we’re trusted advisors who support clients at every stage of their business journey, from start-up to succession. As true partners with our clients, we are passionate about their growth & success, and we feel the same way about our team! We live our core values of:
Growth & innovation – everyone on our team is expected to contribute to process improvement; if you love asking “could this be done better?”, you’ll fit right in!
Continuous education & development – between bi-weekly coaching meetings, internal PD sessions, and a $500 annual learning & development benefit, you’ll always be learning new things.
Proactive & approachable client service – we’re not number crunchers that fade into the background. Our team communicates regularly with our clients through email, text, phone calls, and online video calls. Customer service is a huge part of what we do, and that applies to everyone on the team!
Tech-forward – we’re heavy users of AI, automation, and cloud-based software. We’re big believers in automating as much as we can so that our time can be spent interacting with clients and providing higher-level, value-added services.
Work-life integration - we take employee engagement seriously. That means no mandatory overtime, a flexible work environment, and a team culture grounded in respect for work-life integration.
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. 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
Your Growth, Our Priority
At Bright Line, 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, 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, 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.