Accounting Manager

Accountant Staffing; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountant Staffing is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager in Fredericton, NB to join a well-established public accounting firm. The ideal candidate has strong audit and public practice experience and is a designated CPA looking to advance their career in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

You will lead audit engagements, prepare financial statements, review tax returns, and mentor junior staff while building solid client relationships across diverse industries.

Qualifications

• CPA designation with 2–3 years post-designation experience.
• Strong audit and assurance background.
• Experience with owner-managed businesses and private enterprises.
• Excellent communication and a client-service mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee audit, review, and compilation engagements
• Prepare and review financial statements and working papers
• Review corporate, personal, and trust income tax returns, and other tax forms
• Assist clients with accounting, financial reporting, and compliance matters
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to engagement planning
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across a variety of industries
• Collaborate with partners and managers on client deliverables and timelines

Skills

Audit & Assurance

Public practice

Client service

Team mentoring

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Our client, a well-established public accounting firm in Fredericton, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their growing team. This opportunity is ideal for a designated professional with strong audit and public practice experience who is looking to advance their career in a collaborative and client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

• Lead and oversee audit, review, and compilation engagements
• Prepare and review financial statements and working papers
• Review corporate, personal, and trust income tax returns, and other tax forms
• Assist clients with accounting, financial reporting, and compliance matters
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to engagement planning
• Build and maintain strong client relationships across a variety of industries
• Collaborate with partners and managers on client deliverables and timelines

Experience & Attributes for Success:

• 2 - 3 years post-CPA designation experience
• Strong audit and assurance background
• Experience working with owner-managed businesses and private enterprises
• Strong business acumen with excellent communication and a client-service approach
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Proficiency with accounting and audit software

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.