Senior Manager, Assurance

Rise CPA

Coquitlam

On-site

CAD 115,000 - 145,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Hybrid workplace and flexible hours

Opportunities for professional development

Paid health & wellness days

In-house training programs

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Coquitlam is seeking a Senior Manager to lead client engagement strategies and manage teams. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation, over 6 years of public practice experience, and proven skills in client relationship management. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, reviewing financial documents, and ensuring high-quality standards in service delivery. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

6+ years of public practice experience with reviews and compilations.
3+ years of experience managing a team.
Thorough understanding of ASPE, ASNPO, and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

Manage complex client engagements to meet quality standards.
Review financial statements and tax returns.
Mentor and manage the team, guiding engagement priorities.

Skills

Team management

Client relationship management

Financial statement analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Undergraduate university degree

CPA designation

Job description

Senior Manager, Assurance

About Us

Rise is not your typical accounting firm. We go beyond the traditional role associated with most accounting firms and become trusted business partners and advisors for our clients. Since 1979, we’ve been helping clients of all sizes create the businesses and lifestyles they envision by delivering expert insights and financial guidance. We work primarily with privately-owned businesses to provide a unique, customized, and coordinated mix of services, including accounting and assurance, tax planning and advisory, mergers & acquisitions advisory, and estate and succession planning.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Hybrid workplace and flexible hours
Opportunities to advance and grow in the firm
Commitment to support your continued professional development
Access to diverse work – as a full service accounting firm, you will get a wide exposure to various work including assurance, taxation, and audit. You will work with clients of many different sizes and industries!
Collaborative environment and open-door policy – easy access to Partners and Management
4-day summer work weeks in July and August
Flexible dress code
Paid health & wellness days
In-house training programs
Social and community events held year round

About the Role

Rise CPA is looking for an Assurance Senior Manager to join our diverse, collaborative team! In this client-facing leadership role, you will work closely with our team of managers and associates to implement accounting, tax, and business planning strategies for clients.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include

Managing complex client engagements so that they finish on time, on-budget, meeting our high-quality standards, resulting in highly satisfied clients.
Managing files, including setting project budgets, planning project activities, monitoring progress by staff, and reviewing projects for accuracy and completeness.
Solving dynamic accounting and tax questions and problems.
Mentoring and managing your team – lead by example and direct staff on engagement priorities.
Acting as the day-to-day client relationship manager.
Reviewing financial statements and corresponding tax returns for select clients.
Preparing submissions for CRA.
Supporting the marketing of our organization to existing and potential clients, as needed.

Required Experience, Qualifications And Characteristics

Undergraduate university degree
CPA designation
6+ years of public practice experience, working on reviews and compilations for a variety of clients. Audit experience is an asset
3+ years of experience managing a team
Thorough understanding of ASPE, ASNPO and generally accepted auditing standards and common audit procedures and techniques
Ability to research and analyze financial statement and audit-related issues
Ability to provide accounting insights to clients in a clear and concise manner, including insights into complex accounting issues.
Familiarity with the issues and challenges faced by small-to-medium sized businesses
Independent, highly motivated, and a self-starter
Multi-tasker and can manage multiple clients simultaneously
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) – and commitment to maintaining an open, transparent dialogue with colleagues and clients
Effective relationship-builder – we want our clients and your direct reports to enjoy working with you!
‘One Team’ mindset – openness to collaborate with all colleagues and bring positive energy to the team.