At Lohn Caulder LLP, we know that our firm is only as amazing as the people within it. Our significant growth over the years is a direct result of our incredible team. Continuing that tradition, we are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic, and future-focused Articling Students to join us in Vancouver.
This is a CPA Pre-Approved Assurance, Compilation, and Tax (ACT) route meaning your path to your designation is mapped out from day one. You will gain hands-on, well-rounded experience across assurance, compilation, and tax services, ensuring you build the diverse skill set needed to become a confident, successful CPA.
Why Lohn Caulder LLP?
Founded in 1978, we are an independent Vancouver CPA firm and the local representative of BKR International. We bridge the perfect gap: providing the complex, high-tier files of a large firm with the close-knit, supportive culture of a mid-sized team. You will get to work across a fascinating mix of industries, including health care, legal services, tech/software development, real estate, manufacturing, and non-profits.
What We Offer (Your Growth & Perks)
We believe in investing heavily in our students and protecting your work-life balance. When you join us, you get:
- Ultimate CPA Support: Full financial coverage for your CPA program, paid study days off for module exams, and paid CFE leave.
- The CFE Edge: Firm-sponsored enrollment in the Densmore Study Program to ensure you are fully prepared for the CFE.
- Built-In Guidance: A dedicated Career Coach and an internal CPA Mentor to guide you through your practical experience requirements (PERT).
- True Work-Life Balance: A standard 37.5-hour work week.
- Paid Overtime: Choose between paid overtime or taking time off in lieu.
- Busy Season Fuel: Firm-sponsored meals and meal allowances during overtime, plus a fully snack-filled kitchen all year round.
- Wellness & Culture: Regular firm-sponsored social events, team-building, and comprehensive mental and physical wellness initiatives.
- Full Health Benefits and continuous professional development.
Your Opportunities at the Firm
You won’t just be crunching numbers in a corner; you will be an active part of our team from the start. You will:
- Prepare and examine accounting records, working papers, tax returns, and corporate financial statements.
- Work collaboratively within our assurance teams on active audit and review engagements.
- Develop and analyze operational reporting and business budgets.
- Report your findings and strategic analysis directly to the management team.
- Build lasting, professional relationships by interacting directly with our diverse clientele.
- Contribute to our vibrant firm culture through teamwork, collaboration, and social events.
What You Bring
- A Bachelor’s degree (completed or nearing completion) with eligibility to enroll in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal English).
- Great organization and time-management skills to balance client work with CPA modules.
- A collaborative mindset and a readiness to take on a broad, exciting range of responsibilities.
- Previous accounting or co-op experience is an asset, but a great attitude and eagerness to learn is key!
Note: All initial interviews will be conducted online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
