Manager, Family Office Services

Richter; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 105,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

Job summary

Richter, a firm serving high-net-worth families, is seeking a seasoned accounting professional to join its Family Office Services team in Toronto. The role focuses on investment accounting, taxation, and pro forma analyses for complex structures, with regular contact to families and their advisors.

You will lead staff, ensure deadlines, and provide strategic cash flow and tax planning insights. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in an accounting firm, familiarity with CaseWare, Taxprep, and TJPS,

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Experience in a Family Office is an asset.
• Strong taxation knowledge and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for families on accounting and tax matters.
• Coordinate with bankers, accountants, and lawyers.
• Review and supervise tax returns and financial statements.
• Provide financial projections and tax estimates.
• Guide staff on preparation of financial information.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

CaseWare

TJPS

Taxprep

Job description

In Family Office Services (FOS), we act as personal CFO’s for high-net-worth families. We offer a customized approach for each family, which includes services such as cash management, lifestyle management, integrated financial planning opportunities as well as day-to-day accounting and compliance needs.

The candidate must possess in-depth knowledge of accounting for investments and partnerships, sound knowledge of corporate, personal income, trust and partnership taxes as well as a good understanding of financial products in order to serve the interests of a high-net-worth client base. Act as a point of contact for clients. The manager will provide guidance and leadership to reports ensuring deadlines are met and work is reviewed accordingly.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the primary contact person for the families regarding accounting and fiscal matters.
• Work collaboratively with various departments to identify opportunities and provide recommendations to the families based on their needs.
• Coordinate financial activities with family advisors such as bankers, accountants and lawyers.
• Navigate and understand complex structures involving investment companies, trust companies, partnerships and multiple generations.
• Conduct mandates with professional standards using sound methodologies and techniques.
• Coordinate, supervise and provide training to staff in the preparation of financial information and tax returns.
• Efficiently review compilation engagements as well as corporate, personal and trust returns.
• Coordinate and manage various compliance requirements and deadlines.
• Provide financial projections, tax estimates and a complete analysis of the client’s pro forma information (understand the implications of the transactions and their tax impact).
• Gain an understanding of the investments including understanding of the accounting, fiscal and legal implications.
• Offer advice on optimizing cash flow and on the overall structure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least 5 years’ professional experience working for an accountancy firm
• Experience in a Family Office is an asset.
• Good knowledge in taxation.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to join a dynamic growing team.
• Detail oriented, conscientious, and resourceful
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and teamwork
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of CaseWare, TJPS (Lotus Notes) and Taxprep, an asset

What Richter offers you?

• Competitive group benefits which include group insurance, Health Spending Account, savings plans, and Employer Contribution Matching
• Employee and Family access to virtual healthcare network
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs, including consultations with mental health professionals
• Hybrid work Environment
• Competitive Performance Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Dues Reimbursement
• CFE leave financial support
• Academic Incentives
• Talent referral bonus
• Client referral bonus
• Access to an on-demand concierge nannying, babysitting, and tutoring service
• Annual employee rewards and recognition

The salary range for this position is $105,000-$141,000, and employees may also be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Compensation complies with applicable pay transparency legislation and is regularly reviewed to stay market competitive. Salaries within the range reflect individual contributions and are based on objective factors such as internal equity, experience, education, role scope, and required skills.

Your application

We are excited to meet motivated professionals who are looking for career growth in a mid-sized family minded firm and have a strong background in building and fostering relationships.