Accounting Manager

Next Level Group; Charlottetown; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Wellness support

Flexible scheduling

Remote work options

Maternity leave top-up

Professional development

Job summary

Next Level Group is seeking a CPA-ready accounting professional in Canada to join a growing firm with a people-first culture. You will manage audits, prepare financials and tax filings, and lead client engagements while mentoring junior staff.

A collaborative environment emphasizes career development and work-life balance. You will contribute to tax planning, compliance and advisory services, build client relationships, and support ongoing process improvements in a flexible, remote-friendly

Qualifications

• CPA designation or nearing CPA program completion.
• Public accounting experience including financial statements and tax compliance.
• Strong technical accounting, analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and client-relations abilities.
• Interest in mentoring others and professional development.
• Familiarity with TaxPrep and CCH is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review working paper files for audits, review engagements, and compilations.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and tax filings for corporate and personal taxes.
• Lead client engagements, manage priorities, and ensure deadlines and quality standards.
• Support tax planning, compliance, and advisory services.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and process improvements.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Technical accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

CPA designation / CPA track

Tools

TaxPrep

CCH software

Job description

We’re working with a growing professional accounting firm that takes a people-first approach to client service and career development. The firm offers a collaborative work environment where professionals are encouraged to build strong client relationships, develop their leadership skills, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA or an accountant nearing designation who is ready to take the next step in their public accounting career.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review working paper files for audits, review engagements, and compilations (Notice to Reader engagements).
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and corporate and personal tax filings.
• Lead client engagements, manage competing priorities, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Support tax planning, compliance, and related advisory services.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and professional service.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to junior accounting staff.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment and ongoing process improvements.

Qualifications and Experience

• CPA designation or nearing completion of the CPA program.
• Experience in public accounting, including exposure to financial statement preparation and tax compliance.
• Strong technical accounting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities.
• A demonstrated interest in mentoring others and developing professionally.
• Familiarity with TaxPrep and CCH software would be an asset but is not required.

Compensation and Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package and a flexible, supportive work environment, including:

• Salary: Competitive compensation package and a flexible, supportive work environment.
• Retirement: RRSP matching.
• Health and wellness: Wellness support and fitness benefits.
• Work-life balance: Flexible scheduling and remote work options.
• Additional benefits: Maternity leave top-up.
• Professional development: Opportunities for continued learning, mentorship, and career growth.