Accounting Manager - Lead Client Advisory & Growth

Stefanizzi Professional Corporation; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

In-Depth Tax Program sponsorship

CPA dues paid

Direct access to partners

Room to grow as the firm grows

Flexible summer hours

Job summary

Stefanizzi Professional Corporation in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This in-office role leads client engagements, oversees tax and compilation work, and mentors staff.

You will partner with partners on complex matters, deliver practical solutions, and help expand services for owner-managed businesses and professionals. The firm offers a collaborative, growth-focused environment with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• CPA designation in Good Standing.
• Five+ years of Canadian Public Accounting experience with owner-managed clients.
• Experience reviewing staff work and managing multiple engagements.
• Experience with CaseWare/CaseView and TaxPrep is an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main day-to-day contact for a portfolio of owner-managed clients and their corporations.
• Prepare and review corporate (T2) and personal (T1) tax returns, including corporate groups and post-year-end planning.
• Review compilation engagements (CSRS 4200) and year-end files prepared by staff.
• Advise clients on compensation planning, incorporation, and structuring, with partner support on reorganizations.
• Handle CRA reviews, audits, and correspondence.
• Supervise and mentor staff accountants and CPA students, review their work, and keep engagements on schedule through busy season.
• Research tax issues and draft memos and client letters.
• Help improve firm templates, checklists, and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Client communication

Mentoring staff

Engagement management

Attention to detail

Education

CPA designation in Good Standing

Tools

CaseWare/CaseView

TaxPrep

Job description

Stefanizzi Professional Corporation in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our growing team. This in-office role leads client engagements, oversees tax and compilation work, and mentors staff.

You will partner with partners on complex matters, deliver practical solutions, and help expand services for owner-managed businesses and professionals. The firm offers a collaborative, growth-focused environment with opportunities for advancement.