Manager-Audit & Assurance

Welch LLP; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid study leave

APEX & management training program

Summer Friday program

4 weeks of vacation

Winter holiday closure

Job summary

Welch LLP is seeking a Manager for Audit & Assurance in Ottawa. The role is hybrid with in-office expectation minimum 3 days a week, focusing on leading assurance, accounting and tax services for private and public clients within a tech-focused team.

You will work with high-growth tech clients on complex reporting across ASPE, IFRS and US GAAP, guiding staff, managing engagement budgets, and developing business opportunities in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Completion of a University Degree is required.
• CPA, CA or equivalent designation obtained or near completion preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience.
• Minimum 2 years as a mid-level Manager in a Public Accounting Firm.
• Strong client service orientation with ability to meet reporting timelines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with assurance, accounting and tax software.
• Experience supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting, assurance and tax service needs of a portfolio of private and public clients.
• Oversee engagement process from scheduling and planning to client review and sign-off.
• Meet with clients regarding financial statements and engagement issues.
• Support personal and corporate tax filings.
• Discuss proposed time budgets with partners and staff.
• Identify new business opportunities with clients.
• Manage and mentor a team of Accountants.
• Ensure reporting deadlines are monitored and met.
• Work with high-growth tech clients providing strategic insights.
• Manage a team of Staff Accountants.
• Identify new business opportunities with new clients.

Skills

Client service orientation

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Judgment for confidential matters

Accounting and assurance knowledge

Meeting deadlines

Experience with assurance, accounting,

Team leadership / staff supervision

Education

University degree

CPA/CA or equivalent designation

Job description

Manager, Audit & Assurance

Location: Ottawa Category: Full Time, Permanent Job Type: Hybrid Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000

Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP

Headquartered in Ottawa, with 12 offices between Gatineau and Toronto, 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 and small cap public companies listed in Canada.

We offer our employees invaluable prospects: possibility for growth and advancement; variety to explore different career paths with paid study leave and support for continued learning ; opportunity to specialize and deepen skills through our APEX and management training program s; and flexibility of work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests with our Summer Friday program, 4 weeks of vacation and winter holiday closure.

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.

While we are a hybrid focused company, Welch LLP still offers plenty of ways to connect and enjoy in-office workdays. F From the popular snack cart, paid volunteer days to fun seasonal events like our summer picnic and tax party there is always something fun on the calendar!

National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a mid-market firm

Established in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally owned and operated firm in the Ottawa region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec,Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves.Welch ranks as one of thelargest mid-market accounting firms in Canada and with strong growth prospects.

This posting is to fill an existing availability within the team.

About the Opportunity

Welch LLP is seeking a Manager. This role is perfect for someone with a desire to grow and is looking to gain diverse experience. You'll take on key responsibilities in assurance, 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, and expanding your expertise in a dynamic sector.

This opportunity is part of our specialized Tech Team, which works closely with high-growth companies in the technology sector and entities with complex reporting requirements under ASPE, IFRS and US GAAP - including startups, scale-ups, venture/PE-backed businesses and small cap Canadian public companies. You’ll gain exposure to innovative clients navigating rapid expansion, complex funding structures, and evolving regulatory landscapes.

This opportunity will be based out of our Ottawa office, with the expectation of in office work minimum 3 days per week.

This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the accounting, assurance and tax service needs of a portfolio of 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.
• Support of personal and corporate tax filings
• Discuss proposed time budgets with partners and assign engagement budgets to staff.
• Identify new business opportunities with new and existing clients.
• Manage and mentor a team of Accountants.
• Ensuring reporting deadlines are monitored and reported against on a regular basis
• Work directly with high-growth tech clients, providing strategic insights and scalable financial solutions
• Manage a team of Staff Accountants
• Identify new business opportunities with new and existing clients

Qualifications

• Completion of a University Degree is required.
• CPA, CA or equivalent designation obtained or near completion preferred.
• A minimum of 4 years of public accounting experience is required
• A minimum of 2 years as a mid-level Manager in a Public Accounting Firm

• 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.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and planned outcomes
• Experience with assurance, accounting and tax software.
• Previous experience overseeing staff

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.

There is no AI used in Welch's hiring process