We are currently searching for multiple accounting firms for Managers and Senior Managers who have experience with privately owned businesses.

The Opportunity:

As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for developing internal and external relationships to deliver on the brand promise and build presence in the market.  You will leverage your network to expand our client base and share your industry expertise with both clients and targets.  You will contribute to the overall effectiveness of the team by seeking feedback from both clients and team members, coaching more junior staff on their performance and leading by example.

Your work will include:

• Manage interpersonal relations and building the morale of the team
• Review completed financial statements and related notes
• Review personal and corporate tax returns and other information returns and related correspondence;
• Provide assistance to clients with payroll, GST and other related compliance;
• Conduct research in order to have an in-depth understanding of a client’s industry and business demonstrating strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions;
• Ensure that all work is completed and documented in accordance with our prescribed standards and billed in a timely manner.
• Identify potential opportunities to provide additional services to our clients;
• Develop the knowledge of junior team members by sharing best practices, providing coaching and instructing of courses;
• Continuously communicate with the Partners with respect to engagement progress
• Maintain existing client relationship and developing other relationships in the community

Qualifications:

·    Passion for excellent client service;

• CPA Designation
• Relevant experience in public accounting
• Strong understanding of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises;
• Strong knowledge in Canadian personal and corporate income taxes for private companies
• Experience in owner /operator clients of different industries, holding companies, investment companies, and entrepreneurs
• Computer software knowledge (Excel, Quickbooks, Simply Accounting, Caseware, Tax Prep);
• Superior communication (oral or written) and interpersonal skills that allow you thrive in a team environment;
• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Good project management skills and ability to prioritize
• Accuracy and attention to detail