Senior Assurance Manager

Job summary

Lead the planning and execution of assurance engagements, overseeing the preparation of working papers, financial statements, and tax returns. Responsible for coaching junior team members and strengthening relationships with a diverse client base.

Job details

About Us We're RLB. A forward-thinking accounting and advisory firm rooted in Southern Ontario with a mission to empower people and strengthen communities. We're growing, and we want awesome people like you to grow with us. At RLB, People Count... and that starts with you. We're not just accountants. We are a values-driven organization committed to fostering meaningful relationships, delivering excellent service, and building stronger communities. With a long-standing reputation across Southern Ontario, RLB continues to grow because we invest in our people. To us, “People Count” means supporting them both personally and professionally. We are currently seeking experienced Managers to join our assurance team. If you’re a CPA who is passionate about mentoring others, building client relationships, and making a tangible impact, then this opportunity is for you. Why join our team? At RLB, we believe your career should be both rewarding and sustainable. That’s why we offer: Flexible work arrangements that promote work-life integration and personal well-being Clear paths for advancement, including leadership and future partnership opportunities Targeted development programs to enhance both your technical and leadership skills A supportive, inclusive environment where authenticity and collaboration are valued A competitive compensation package including personal days, and summer Fridays off The Opportunity As a Senior Manager, you will lead the planning and execution of engagements, oversee the preparation and review of working papers, financial statements, and tax returns, and ensure quality service delivery for a diverse client base. You will be responsible for coaching junior team members, contributing to internal training, and strengthening client relationships. This role offers variety, leadership responsibilities, and the chance to shape the growth of yourself, your team, and your career. You will work closely with Partners and Principals, and will be supported by our dedicated Leadership Development Program. If you have… 5+ years post-CPA hands-on experience in a public accounting firm with experience in managing compilation, review, audit and/or tax engagements Experience working with tools such as Caseware, TaxPrep, Microsoft Office, and embrace opportunities to explore and implement emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and client service. A proven ability to plan and review client engagements through overseeing the completion of working papers, audit strategies, financial statements, corporate and personal tax returns A focus on building and managing meaningful internal and external client relationships An insatiable curiosity to learn more and apply your technical knowledge to identify issues and offer recommended solutions for both your clients and co-workers A passion for fostering a collaborative team environment and acting as a leader and mentor through coaching, knowledge sharing, and structured training programs Excellent time management and organizational skills to juggle multiple deadlines and engagements A proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring the highest level of service and satisfaction. About The Details Location: Choose what works for you. In-office, or hybrid Offices: We have 5 offices in Guelph, Fergus, Kitchener, Orangeville, and Shelburne Compensation: Competitive salary, benefits, and perks Pay Range: $100,000 - $145,000 Hours: Full-time; additional hours may be required during peak periods Compensation within the advertised range is based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and professional designations. RLB LLP recognizes that candidates may not fit precisely within a predefined range; therefore, final compensation will reflect the full breadth of skills, experience, and expertise the individual brings to the role. Apply Today We’re accepting applications until the right candidate is found. If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we’d love to meet you. RLB LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process. Please note: We do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from recruitment agencies. AI Statement At RLB, we use AI tools to enhance our recruitment process to assist with tasks such as organizing applications, highlighting job-related qualifications, drafting of job descriptions, and scheduling of interviews. AI is never used to make final hiring decisions or remove candidates from consideration, and is only used to streamline administrative tasks in our hiring and recruiting workflows. All applications are reviewed by our team and all decisions through the recruitment process are made by real people. RLB is an Equal Opportunity & Inclusive Employer committed to fair and equitable hiring process, to using AI tools responsibly, and to reducing biases. We will continue to review our hiring practices regularly to ensure compliance with legal guidelines and industry best practices. #IND-HIPRO-RLB

What you’ll do

Lead the planning and execution of assurance engagements, overseeing the preparation of working papers, financial statements, and tax returns. Responsible for coaching junior team members and strengthening relationships with a diverse client base.

Requirements

Requires a CPA designation with over 5 years of post-qualification experience in a public accounting firm. Must be proficient in Caseware and TaxPrep with a proven ability to manage audit and tax engagements.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements • Leadership and Partnership Opportunities • Targeted Development Programs • Personal Days • Summer Fridays Off • Competitive Compensation Package

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Assurance Management
• Audit Planning
• Financial Statement Preparation
• Tax Return Preparation
• Client Relationship Management
• Mentoring
• Coaching
• Caseware
• TaxPrep
• Microsoft Office
• Time Management
• Organizational Skills
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Public Accounting
• Leadership

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting