Manager, Audit & Assurance

Welch LLP; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Canada is seeking a Manager for Audit & Assurance. This role requires a minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience, strong client service skills, and the ability to manage a team. Responsibilities include overseeing audit, accounting, and tax services for diverse clients, ensuring adherence to reporting timelines, and identifying business opportunities. The position offers a hybrid work model, fostering growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work-life balance

Diversity and inclusion programs

Qualifications

• University degree with a specialization in Accounting.
• CPA, CA or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting, audit, and tax service needs for clients.
• Oversee engagement process from planning to review.
• Meet with clients regarding financial statements and issues.
• Provide guidance on journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Support personal and corporate tax filing.
• Discuss and assign engagement budgets.
• Identify new business opportunities.
• Manage a team of Accountants.

Skills

Client service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Judgment

Education

University Degree in Accounting

CPA, CA or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Audit software

Tax software

Job description

Manager, Audit & Assurance

Location: Ottawa, ON • Category: Full Time, Permanent • Job Type: Hybrid • Salary Range: $76,000 - $110,000

Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP

Headquartered in Ottawa, the key to our success is continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace. With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm's expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities.

We offer our employees invaluable prospects: possibility for growth and advancement; variety to explore different career paths; opportunity to specialize and deepen skills; and flexibility of work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.

Grounded in a values-led culture (care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.

National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firm

Established in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally‑owned and operated firm in the region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec, Welch LLP has deep roots in the communities it serves. Welch ranks as the 14th largest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.

About the Opportunity

Welch LLP is seeking a Manager, this role is perfect for someone with an desire to grow and is looking to gain a diverse experience. You'll take on key responsibilities in audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services, collaborating closely with senior managers and partners. You'll have the chance to lead a team in a fast‑paced, supportive environment while managing a variety of client accounts.

This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting, audit and tax service needs of a portfolio of international private and public clients
• Manage the engagement process from initial scheduling and planning through to client review and financial statement sign off.
• Meet with clients regarding financial statements, other business matters and engagement issues.
• Provide journal entry and account reconciliation guidance to clients.
• Support of personal and corporate tax filing for many of these clients.
• Discuss proposed time budgets with partners and assign engagement budgets to staff.
• Identify new business opportunities with new and existing clients.
• Manage a team of Accountants.

Qualifications

• A minimum completion of University Degree with a specialization in Accounting.
• CPA, CA or equivalent designation obtained or close to completion preferred
• A minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience is required.

• A passion for client service with a proven track record of supporting client's adherence to reporting timelines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and assurance principles.
• Experience with audit, accounting and tax software.

If you are interested in a great career opportunity with a growing, flexible and dynamic organization, please apply!

Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

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