ACCOUNTING MANAGER

The Accounting Manager position is a full-time, onsite role based in Edmonton, Alberta, with a salary range of $100K - $120K.

The role is urgent and involves managing and mentoring a team, reviewing client files, providing technical expertise, and assuming leadership roles on complex files. The ideal candidate should have a Canadian CPA designation, 4+ years of experience in another CPA firm in Canada, and experience in compilations, review engagements, and tax working with private company clients.
The candidate should also have experience managing and mentoring a team and be able to work in a hybrid model in the Edmonton office. The role requires strong client service orientation, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to make sound judgment calls. The company is looking for candidates from Big 4 firms or mid-sized/national firms. The job is provided by HireTeams.io and offers cash and/or equity.

Position: Accounting Manager

Location: Edmonton, Alberta

Salary: $100K - $120K

Skills - Must Have:

● 4+ years of experience in another CPA firm in Canada

● Experience in compilations, review engagements and tax working with private company

clients (Private enterprise)

● Experience managing and mentoring a team

● Canadian CPA designation

● Must be able to work hybrid in Edmonton office

● Ideal Companies to Recruit From:

● Big 4 firms (EY, PwC, Deloitte and KPMG)

● Mid-sized/ National firms (MNP, Grant Thornton, RSM, etc.)

Hiring Status: Urgent

The Role

We're on the hunt for a full-time Manager to become a part of the HGA Family and add value to our

incredible team. The ideal candidate will take on the position of trusted liaison between partners

and clients in reviewing client files, providing technical expertise, and assume leadership roles on

complex files. The Manager will report directly to their respective partners, however, as part of the

Senior Accounting team, this individual will be provided the opportunity to mentor our junior and

intermediate-level accountants.

Perfect for someone who understands the value of customer service, this individual will enjoy

working alongside the partners to support our large range of clients and be equally as invested in

who our clients are as people, as well as their business and the numbers. A high level of

accountability and initiative will be key to succeed in this role, as well as the ability to navigate and

adapt to a fast-paced professional services environment.

Key Duties Responsibilities

● Supervising the preparation of financial statements of business clients, reviewing the work

of Staff Accountants, and completing complex portions of the file;

● Maintaining high quality control by overseeing and reviewing Compilation and Review

Engagements;

● Reviewing Corporate, Personal and Trust income tax returns and other tax forms;

● Reviewing, investigating and correcting discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries

and reports;

● Making recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves, assets and

expenditures;

● Performing technical research, developing and documenting tax planning recommendations

for individuals and corporations;

● Assisting with the execution of corporate reorganizations;

● Overseeing the organization and prioritization of the work of Staff Accountants, including

the management of engagement costs and billings;

● Mentoring and supporting the professional development needs of Staff Accountants;

● Managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring their needs are met and that relationships and

accounts grow and develop; and

● Contributing to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes.

RequirementsQualifications

Education Experience:

● Undergraduate degree in a relevant field;

● CA or CPA designation, with a minimum of 5 years public practice experience dealing with

the accounting and taxation needs of private companies and their shareholders;

● Comprehensive experience in compilation and review preparation; and

● Experience leading and supervising staff.

Skills Knowledge:

● Knowledge of relevant accounting frameworks and file documentation best practices;

● Extensive knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE);

● Proficient in Caseware and Profile;

● Strong business acumen; and

● Strong computer skills (MS Office).

Competencies:

● Focus on client service orientation

● Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

● Strong awareness of attention to detail

● Proven ability in results management

● Strong ability to make sound judgement calls, based on experience and critical thinking

Benefits

• Salary: $100K - $120K
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
  
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.