Senior Manager — Tax & Assurance Project Leader

TorontoJobs.ca Recruitment Division; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified CPA with over 5 years of experience for a role in Toronto. The position involves supervising tax and assurance projects, planning and executing accounting engagements, and managing less experienced staff. Candidates should also possess strong knowledge of ASPE and ITA, be self-motivated, and have excellent interpersonal skills. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with significant responsibilities and potential for growth.

Qualifications

• CPA designation with 5+ years of post‑certification professional accounting experience.
• 2+ years of management experience within the accounting field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics (or equivalent experience).
• Strong knowledge of ASPE and ITA.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products as well as Caseware, Profile, and QBO would be an asset.
• Self‑motivated and organized.
• Ability to deliver in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned tax and assurance projects to ensure they are filed/completed by the due date.
• Effectively plan, supervise, and execute review and compilation engagements and accounting projects.
• Maintain high-quality control by reviewing engagement files and tax returns.
• Monitor project timelines against targets and advise clients of project status.
• Conduct or provide input into staff performance reviews.
• Develop the skills and potential of less experienced staff.
• Effectively manage and focus firm resources.
• Develop long‑term working relationships with key business decision makers.
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team‑focused environment.

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified CPA with over 5 years of experience for a role in Toronto. The position involves supervising tax and assurance projects, planning and executing accounting engagements, and managing less experienced staff. Candidates should also possess strong knowledge of ASPE and ITA, be self-motivated, and have excellent interpersonal skills. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with significant responsibilities and potential for growth.