Manager, Accounting Firm

Job summary

Lead and mentor accounting professionals while managing audit, tax, and advisory engagements from planning through completion. Build trusted client relationships, support business development and strategic initiatives, and improve firm operations and team development.

Job details

Melo LLP is seeking an experienced and accomplished Manager to join our public accounting team in Toronto, Ontario. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, in-depth technical accounting expertise, and a demonstrated ability to build and manage lasting client relationships while delivering exceptional service in a public accounting environment. PLS NOTE: must hold current CPA designation Responsibilities: Lead and oversee a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the delivery of high-quality services to clients. Manage client engagements from inception to completion, including planning, execution, and review of audit, tax, and advisory services. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to address their financial needs and objectives. Stay up on regulatory changes, industry trends, and best practices to ensure compliance with accounting standards and provide value-added insights to clients. Collaborate with partners and senior leadership to develop and implement strategic initiatives aimed at driving business growth and enhancing organizational effectiveness. Drive operational excellence and process improvements within the firm to streamline workflows, optimize resource allocation, and enhance overall productivity. Participate in business development activities, including networking events, client presentations, and proposal preparation, to expand the firm's client base and revenue opportunities. Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous learning within the team, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing among staff members. Qualifications: CPA designation required. Minimum of five years of progressive experience in public accounting, with a strong focus on trust, taxation, and advisory services. Experience serving SME and family-owned businesses, with the ability to understand the unique needs and complexities of family groups and privately held businesses. Strong client relationship and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships, communicate complex matters clearly, and provide practical, value-added advice to clients. Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate, and develop staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple client engagements and competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of service. Exceptional project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and deliver results under pressure. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Caseware, Taxprep, and QuickBooks preferred. This position is a newly vacant role. What we offer: Company events Dental care Extended health care Paid time off RRSP match Melo LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodation requests will be permitted to those that request assistance during our entire hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Lead and mentor accounting professionals while managing audit, tax, and advisory engagements from planning through completion. Build trusted client relationships, support business development and strategic initiatives, and improve firm operations and team development.

Requirements

A current CPA designation and at least five years of progressive public accounting experience are required, with a focus on trust, taxation, and advisory services. Candidates should have experience with SMEs and family-owned businesses, strong client, leadership, organizational, and project management skills, and proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office; Caseware, Taxprep, and QuickBooks are preferred.

Benefits

• Company Events
• Dental Care
• Extended Health Care
• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Match

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Audit · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Leadership
• Team Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Public Accounting
• Technical Accounting
• Audit
• Taxation
• Trust Services
• Advisory Services
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Process Improvement
• Regulatory Compliance
• Communication
• Caseware
• Taxprep

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting