Senior Accountant - Private Company Audit and Assurance

Job summary

The Senior Accountant will plan and execute audit, review, and notice-to-reader engagements for private businesses while preparing financial statements and tax returns. They are also responsible for mentoring junior staff, managing engagement risks, and building strong client relationships.

Job details

About Manning Elliott At Manning Elliott, we believe in the power of people. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on building strong relationships, we deliver exceptional accounting and advisory services to our clients. We’re more than just CPAs; we’re trusted partners in our clients’ success stories. Our vibrant team is composed of experts dedicated to continuous learning, collaboration, and community impact. Join us in shaping the future of accounting! The Role As a Senior Accountant in our Audit & Assurance team, you will play a key role in managing and executing engagements for private, owner-managed businesses. This position involves planning and completing complex assignments, mentoring junior team members, and delivering high-quality client service. You will apply technical expertise, exercise sound judgment, and contribute to building strong client relationships while identifying opportunities for growth. What You’ll Do * Plan and execute notice-to-reader and review engagements, including preparation of financial statements in accordance with ASPE standards. * Prepare and review Canadian personal and trust tax returns. * Understand client businesses, identify issues, and recommend improvements. * Produce clear, concise reports for review by engagement managers. * Apply technical knowledge and research to develop client and firm recommendations. * Anticipate engagement risks and implement appropriate solutions in collaboration with managers. * Train, mentor, and provide feedback to junior team members to support their development. * Review journal entries and reconciliations prepared by junior accountants for accuracy. * Perform analyses and prepare account reconciliations as required. * Build strong client relationships and respond promptly to requests. * Communicate effectively with partners, managers, and other team members to ensure client expectations are met. * Identify new business opportunities within existing client relationships. * Ensure compliance with internal controls and firm policies. * Coordinate complex accounting projects and collaborate with other departments as needed. What You Bring * Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. CPA designation or in the final stages of pursuing CPA certification. * Experience: 2–4 years of experience working with private, owner-managed businesses in public accounting. * Solid foundation in financial accounting and Canadian tax principles. * Experience preparing Canadian personal and corporate income tax returns. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. * Strong working knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel * Computer software proficiency in Caseware and Tax Prep * Commitment to delivering quality client service. * Critical thinking skills and ability to resolve complex challenges. * Proven engagement management capabilities. * Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. * Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring junior team members. Why You’ll Love Working Here Supportive Culture: We prioritize work-life balance and provide a friendly environment where you can thrive. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and growth, including training and mentorship programs. Community Impact: Participate in firm-sponsored initiatives that give back to the community. Flexible Work Options: At our firm, we understand the importance of work-life balance in fostering a happy and thriving team. That’s why we offer the freedom to create your workday schedule within core working hours, as well as hybrid work arrangements that are aligned with personal and business needs. Fun & Engaging Team Events: Enjoy team-building activities, social events, and wellness programs.

What you’ll do

The Senior Accountant will plan and execute audit, review, and notice-to-reader engagements for private businesses while preparing financial statements and tax returns. They are also responsible for mentoring junior staff, managing engagement risks, and building strong client relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and possess or be near completion of a CPA designation. The role requires 2–4 years of public accounting experience with proficiency in Caseware, Tax Prep, and Canadian tax principles.

Benefits

• Professional development • Mentorship programs • Community impact initiatives • Flexible work options • Team-building activities • Social events • Wellness programs

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Financial statement preparation
• ASPE standards
• Canadian tax returns
• Audit and assurance
• Mentoring
• Client relationship management
• Caseware
• Tax Prep
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial accounting
• Critical thinking
• Engagement management
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Reconciliation
• Internal controls
• Mentorship
• Internal Controls
• Planning
• Management
• Workday (Software)
• Relationship Building
• Organizational Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Coaching
• Research
• Continuous Development
• Customer Service
• Auditing
• Critical Thinking
• Team Building
• Financial Statements
• Accounting
• Corporate Tax
• Accounting Systems
• Financial Accounting
• Tax Preparation
• Public Accounting
• Account Reconciliation
• Tax Returns
• Software Proficiency
• CaseWare Software Applications

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Company Accountant
• Accountant (General)
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors