Manager, Assurance and Accounting

The AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms Limited; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Respectful and safe work environment

Job summary

A prominent professional accounting firm in Charlottetown is seeking a Manager of Assurance and Accounting to lead engagements and maintain high standards in quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation, 4 to 6 years of experience in public accounting, and strong managerial skills. This position offers a salary range of $90,000 to $110,000 per annum and includes a respectful work environment with flexible scheduling and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• The candidate needs a CPA designation or similar relevant designation.
• 4 to 6 years of public accounting experience is required.
• Experience as a Manager in public accounting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, manage and assure engagements.
• Monitor quality of work to meet professional standards.
• Maintain budgets and ensure timely completion of engagements.
• Assist with complex areas and provide creative solutions.

Skills

CPA designation or similar relevant designation

Strong understanding of accounting principles

4 to 6 years of relevant public accounting experience

Supervisory and managerial training

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent computer skills using various accounting programs

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

CaseWare

TaxPrep

Sage

Quickbooks

MS Office

Job description

MANAGER, ASSURANCE and ACCOUNTING

ArsenaultBestCameronEllis is a professional accounting firm in Charlottetown, PEI, with a long-standing history of providing accounting and related services to corporations, organizations and individuals on PEI and throughout Atlantic Canada. We are a proud member of The AC Group of Independent Accounting Firms Limited – an alliance of independent CPA firms in Atlantic Canada that provides added support through a strong regional network.

We are currently recruiting for a Manager, Assurance and Accounting to join our diverse team of professionals. In this role, the Manager will work closely with our partners and be responsible for navigating processes, effectively monitoring engagements and developing and maintaining working relationships with clients and our team of professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assuring engagements are planned, scheduled, managed and compliant.
• Monitoring that the quality of work meets and exceeds all firm and professional standards.
• Maintaining budgets and ensuring timely, efficient completion of engagements.
• Assisting with complex areas, providing creative solutions, technical expertise and training.
• Maintaining assurance and accounting knowledge regarding industry‑related policies, regulations, procedures, statutes, Acts, quality control measures, ethics, professional conduct, etc.

Ideal Candidate Skills and Abilities

• CPA designation or similar relevant designation.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, risk management and controls.
• 4 to 6 years of relevant public accounting experience.
• 2–4 years of experience as a Manager in public accounting would be beneficial.
• Supervisory and managerial training and a proven ability to manage a team.
• Leading engagements to complete audit, review and compilation engagements.
• Excellent communication, diplomacy, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team within a confidential work environment.
• Self‑motivated with a thorough and methodical approach on projects.
• Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple projects in a timely manner.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Critical thinking skills using logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions and best practices.
• Excellent computer skills using various accounting programs (CaseWare, TaxPrep, Sage, Quickbooks, MS Office).

Requirements of the Position

• Additional hours will be required to meet client and industry deadlines.
• Local travel as needed.

Salary Range

The successful candidate might anticipate $90,000 ‑ $110,000 per annum, based on education, skills and qualifications.

Our Offer

Our firm offers a respectful and safe work environment, professional development opportunities, a flexible work schedule, and the benefits of being an independent member of the AC Group. If you are interested in applying and meet the requirements of the position, please e‑mail your resume and references, in confidence, to:
Arsenault Best Cameron Ellis
Attn: Kathryn Mills, Human Resource Manager
[e-mail]
8 MacLeod Crescent
Charlottetown PE C1E 3K2
acgca.ca

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

Arsenault Best Cameron Ellis is an equal opportunity employer, and able to provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.