Manager

Chow Connolly LLP; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chow Connolly LLP in Calgary is seeking an energetic and diligent Accounting Manager to support clients, including owner-managed businesses and not-for-profits. The role covers controller responsibilities, reviews of financial statements, tax returns, and payroll oversight, with opportunities for mentorship and growth.

The firm values flexible working arrangements and is open to discussing work-from-home options as part of the schedule, with a banked overtime policy in place to accommodate busy

Qualifications

• Minimum five years public practice experience, preferably in a small or mid-sized firm.
• Proficiency with Caseware, Profile, and Microsoft Office; familiarity with QuickBooks Online and Xero preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients and projects and developing positive working relationships.
• Executing controller responsibilities for various clients.
• Review bookkeeping, compilation engagements, and tax returns prepared by team members.
• Preparation of compilation engagements including financial statements and corporate tax returns.
• Assistance with review, audit, and consulting engagements.
• Review and preparation of GST, T4 and T5 information returns, and personal tax returns.
• Oversight and review of payroll.
• Mentoring, motivating, and training team members.

Skills

Time management

Client relationship

Mentoring

Detail oriented

Communication

Independent worker

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Caseware

Profile

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Job description

Interested in joining an energetic and professional accounting firm that is a trusted business advisor to local owner managed businesses and not-for-profits?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and diligent accounting manager who will help support our clients and their businesses.

Banked overtime policy in place.

Flexible working hours and work from home arrangements to be discussed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of clients and projects and developing positive working relationships
• Executing controller responsibilities for various clients
• Review bookkeeping, compilation engagements, and tax returns prepared by team members
• Preparation of compilation engagements including financial statements and corporate tax returns
• Assistance with review, audit, and consulting engagements
• Review and preparation of GST, T4 and T5 information returns, and personal tax returns
• Oversight and review of payroll
• Mentoring, motivating, and training team members

Qualities:

• Passionate about delivering high-quality work
• Understands and values the nature of client-advisor relationships
• Technologically savvy and open to adopting new technology
• Willingness to learn and grasps new concepts quickly
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experience:

• Minimum five years public practice experience, preferably in a small or mid-sized firm
• Proficiency with software including Caseware, Profile, and Microsoft Office
• Familiar with QuickBooks Online and Xero (preferred)

Education:

• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Interviews may be conducted in person or virtually.