Manager

Job Title:

Manager, Accounting & Client Services

Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid)

The Client:

Our client is a well-established, partner-led public accounting firm with a strong presence in the Canadian mid-market. The firm supports a diverse client base across owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit organizations and is known for its hands-on leadership, collaborative culture, and emphasis on long-term client relationships. This is a confidential search due to growth and succession planning.

What you will achieve in this role:

• Take ownership of complex accounting, assurance, and corporate tax files across a varied client portfolio
• Act as a senior technical resource, providing guidance on accounting standards and tax matters
• Lead client engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, timeliness, and profitability
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering practical insight on financial reporting and compliance issues
• Supervise, coach, and develop junior team members while maintaining firm quality standards
• Contribute to strengthening client relationships and identifying opportunities to expand service offerings

What you must bring to this role:

• CPA designation (or near completion)
• 5+ years of progressive experience within a Canadian public accounting environment
• Strong hands-on experience with corporate tax filings (T2) and related planning matters
• Proven ability to manage assurance engagements, including audits and review engagements
• Experience working with owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit entities
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to review work, manage deadlines, and mentor staff
• Clear, professional communication skills and confidence interacting with clients
• Familiarity with industry-standard accounting and tax tools (e.g., CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks)

Accounting & Tax Advisory

• Apply in-depth knowledge of Canadian accounting frameworks, including ASPE and ASNPO
• Manage and review complex corporate tax filings while ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Provide practical advisory support to clients on reporting, compliance, and tax-related matters

Assurance & Engagement Leadership

• Lead assurance engagements for not-for-profit organizations such as healthcare entities, community organizations, and condominium corporations
• Oversee review engagements for privately held, profit-oriented businesses
• Plan engagement timelines, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality file completion

People Leadership

• Review work prepared by junior and intermediate staff, providing constructive and timely feedback
• Support training initiatives and contribute to the professional growth of team members
• Participate in performance discussions and ongoing coaching

Client Management

• Act as a primary relationship manager for assigned clients
• Ensure consistent service delivery and proactive communication
• Identify opportunities to deepen client relationships and support firm growth

Only candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted.

We use AI-enabled tools to support application screening. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.