Certification Director - Longueuil

KATIMAVIK; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KATIMAVIK is seeking a Director of Audit – Taxation with CPA credentials to lead assurance and tax engagements for a diverse client base. You will collaborate with partners on complex matters, mentor juniors, and drive quality improvements in procedures and service delivery.

The role emphasizes client advisory relationships, rigorous professional standards, and an autonomous approach within a human-sized firm environment. Fluency in French is essential.

Qualifications

• CPA auditor with 5–10 years in public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE and nonprofit accounting standards.
• Experience across holding, service/retail, nonprofit, daycare, manufacturing sectors.
• Solid expertise in personal and corporate taxation.
• Proficient in CaseWare, CaseView, Taxprep and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and review audit, review, and compilation engagements for diverse clients.
• Prepare and review individual and corporate tax returns.
• Advise clients and contribute to loyalty and growth.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Participate in business development and client expansion; collaborate with partners on complex cases including restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and estate planning.

Skills

CPA auditor

ASPE knowledge

Taxation expertise

French language

Tools

CaseWare

CaseView

Taxprep

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

DIRECTOR OF AUDIT – TAXATION – CPA

Are you a CPA auditor looking for a role where you can leverage your expertise in audit and taxation, while maintaining close relationships with clients and partners?

Our client is a well-established, human-sized accounting firm, recognized for the quality of its services and the strong relationships it cultivates with its clients.

The firm supports SMEs, professionals, and individuals in a variety of business sectors and focuses on excellence, professional rigor, and an environment that promotes work-life balance.

THE ROLE

In this role, you will be at the heart of managing assurance and tax engagements, while acting as a trusted advisor to a diverse clientele.

You will be responsible for:

• Planning, executing, and reviewing audit, review, and compilation engagements, primarily for daycare centers and businesses private;
• Prepare and review individual tax returns;
• Prepare corporate tax returns;
• Advise clients and actively contribute to their loyalty;
• Participate, according to your interest, in business development and client expansion;
• Mentor and support junior team members in carrying out their mandates;
• Participate in the continuous improvement of internal procedures and the management system of the quality;
• Collaborate closely with partners on complex cases and special mandates, particularly in restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, and estate planning.

THE DESIRED PROFILE

• CPA auditor;
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in a public accounting firm;
• Excellent knowledge ofASPE and accounting standards applicable to non-profit organizations;
• Experience with various industries: holding companies, service and retail companies, Non-profit organizations, daycare centers, manufacturing and processing;
• Solid expertise in personal and corporate taxation;
• Excellent professional judgment, rigor, and team spirit;
• Open, approachable, and collaborative personality;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities;
• Strong customer focus and a constant commitment to quality service;
• Proficiency in CaseWare, CaseView, Taxprep, and Microsoft Office Suite;
• Excellent command of French, both spoken and written the written word.

WHY JOIN THIS FIRM?

• A growing, human-sized firm, where close relationships are valued
• An experienced and stable team, which focuses on knowledge sharing
• Varied and stimulating mandates with a well-established clientele
• A high degree of autonomy in managing your files
• Direct collaboration with the partners and a Real contribution to the firm's growth
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth
• A flexible schedule promoting work-life balance
• Office closure during the holiday season
• Bright new offices, with a large terrace and rooftop BBQ

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THIS CHALLENGE?

Do you want to grow within a firm where your expertise will be recognized and where you can develop close relationships with your clients and your Colleagues?

I would be happy to discuss this with you in complete confidence.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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