SENIOR ACCOUNTANT / FINANCIAL ADVISOR
Strategic Business Group Inc. (SBG)
Calgary, AB | In-Office / Flexible Schedule
3-Month Contract → Full-Time Permanent Pathway
About SBG
Strategic Business Group Inc. (SBG) is a multi-company business services group supporting entrepreneurs and growing businesses through centralized expertise in tax, accounting, finance, advisory, mergers & acquisitions, legal services, and digital operations. Our portfolio includes professional services, media, M&A platforms, and advisory brands, all supported by strong financial governance and strategic leadership.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Accountant with Canadian public practice experience who can blend hands-on tax and compliance work with group-level financial leadership across multiple operating companies.
This role is designed for a professional who enjoys working closely with ownership and leadership, managing complex tax and financial matters, and providing strategic guidance — without the pressure of a traditional executive schedule.
This position begins as a 3-month contract with a clear pathway to full-time permanent employment based on performance and mutual fit.
What You’ll Lead & Deliver:
Accounting & Tax Leadership (Hands-On)
- Prepare and review T1, T2, T3, and T5 tax filings
- Oversee GST/HST compliance and CRA correspondence
- Review bookkeeping and reconciliations (QuickBooks Online)
- Prepare and review Notice to Reader (Compilation) financial statements using CaseWare
- Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting and tax standards across all entities
- Support proactive tax planning and regulatory risk management
Strategic Finance & Advisory
- Act as a trusted financial advisor to ownership and executive leadership
- Review financial performance, cash flow, and profitability across business units
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Develop and monitor KPIs and management reporting
- Identify risks, efficiencies, and growth opportunities across the group
Multi-Entity Governance
- Ensure accounting consistency and internal controls across multiple companies
- Strengthen governance, reporting standards, and compliance frameworks
- Mentor internal accounting and admin staff (oversight, not day-to-day management)
- Support M&A, business launches, and strategic initiatives as required
Must-Have Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)
- 2–3+ years of experience in a Canadian public accounting firm
- Strong working knowledge of Canadian tax and compliance (T1, T2, T3, T5, GST/HST)
- Professional designation: CMA, CA, CGA, or CPA
- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business, Commerce, Economics, Finance, or MBA
- Hands-on experience with:
- CaseWare, QuickBooks Online, Profile Tax Software, & MS Excel
- Independent, reliable, and comfortable working with minimal supervision
- Values professionalism, flexibility, and a collaborative, no-drama culture
Candidate Profile:
- Strategic Advisor
- Group-Level & Operational Thinker
- People-Centred Leadership
- Judgment & Integrity
- Executive Communicator
- Client & Relationship Focused
Who This Role Is For:
This role is ideal for a senior public practice accountant who enjoys:
- Owning complex tax and financial files end-to-end
- Advising business owners and leadership teams
- Working across multiple entities and business models
- Making a visible, strategic impact without corporate bureaucracy
Work Structure & Compensation:
- Contract Start (3 Months) → Full-Time Permanent Opportunity
- Location: In-office, Calgary
- Schedule: Flexible, mutually agreed hours
- Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and engagement level
- Environment: Professional, collaborative, and no-drama culture
Why Join SBG:
- High-impact role with direct access to ownership and leadership
- Exposure to multiple industries and business models
- Strategic influence without executive burnout
- Stable, professional, and growth-focused organization
- Opportunity to shape financial systems, governance, and long-term success
Work Arrangement
- Primarily in-office (Calgary)
- Hours and workload to be mutually agreed upon
- Reasonable accommodations available
Apply:
Submit your resume to: admin@sbginc.ca
Qualified candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.
