Manager, Accounting and Assurance

Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative; Town of Essex; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Manager, Accounting and Assurance
Essex, Ontario, Canada

We are a leading mid-market firm with locations in London, Dorchester, Aylmer, Leamington and Essex, Ontario. We provide audit, accounting, tax and a wide range of business advisory services, which include business acquisitions, divestitures and financing, human resources, recruitment and IT services.

We serve clients from all over the world ranging in size from small owner-managed enterprises to large, privately held organizations in various industries including agriculture business, fishing, automotive, real estate, manufacturing, professional services, and the not-for-profit sector.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

1. Prepare and/or review compilation, review and audit engagements, including corporate and personal tax returns, HST returns, and bookkeeping;
2. Managing engagements, including keeping Partners abreast of progress;
3. Understand the client’s industry and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments;
4. Responsible for identifying and resolving complex and routine accounting, audit and tax issues;
5. Develop junior staff members by providing technical guidance and mentoring.; and
6. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with client personnel, co-workers, and all levels of staff and management.

A successful candidate will have:

• Canadian CPA designation;
• 2-3 years post-qualification public accounting experience;
• Sound knowledge of the CICA Handbook, review procedures and tax compliance;
• Ability to provide proactive solutions to clients, partners and staff on complex assurance issues;
• Experience in managing and developing staff on engagements;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills;
• Proven project management and time management skills;
• Working knowledge of Caseware, Jazzit and Taxprep an asset; and
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage changing client deadlines.

Application Information:

Compensation package including immediate family benefits free parking, Social Committee and lots of celebrations. Be prepared to assist us give back to our community and participate in numerous charity events!

Please email your CV and cover letter indicating your salary expectations to Deborah Fuerth, Director of Human Resources. [e-mail]

We have a very diverse team and welcome all applicants! Our state-of-the-art new offices in Leamington are completely accessible. If you require any accommodation, please include in your email!