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TITLE
Senior Manager, Accounting

SALARY RANGE
$100,000 - $130,000

CASH BONUS
Discretionary performance bonus

LONG TERM INCENTIVE
Potential advancement to Principal/Partner track

THE PERKS

• Standard Health Benefits
• CPA Dues Support
• CPA Program Support
• Professional Development Support
• Flexible Hours

LOCATION
Alberta, Canada

THE OFFICE
In-Office

TEAM SIZE
Under 20-person team

THE ROLE
An experienced accounting professional who will manage a diverse portfolio of client engagements, supervise staff accountants, and deliver high-quality compilation, review, and tax services while contributing to the firm's growth and development.

• Client File Management & Technical Work (60%)
• Team Supervision & Development (25%)
• Practice Development (15%)

THE TASKS
Client File Management & Technical Work

• Manage portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients across various industries
• Prepare and review compilation engagements and corporate tax returns
• Provide tax planning and advisory services for small to medium-sized businesses and professional corporations
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations
• Handle complex technical accounting and tax issues with appropriate partner consultation
• Coordinate year-end processes and deadline management for assigned client base

Team Supervision & Development

• Supervise and review work of staff accountants and senior accountants
• Provide on-the-job training and technical guidance to junior team members
• Delegate work effectively and monitor progress on client engagements
• Conduct file reviews to ensure quality control standards are met
• Participate in performance feedback discussions with team members

Practice Development

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication
• Identify opportunities for additional services within existing client base
• Assist with business development activities and new client onboarding
• Contribute to firm initiatives around process improvement and standardization
• Support partners with special projects and firm-wide initiatives

THE COMPANY
A rapidly growing accounting firm with a proven track record of professional development and internal promotion that maintains the personal connection of a small-town practice while providing opportunities typically found only at large national firms.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Join a collaborative team environment where you can develop your technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and client management skills. This role offers meaningful client interaction, exposure to diverse industries, and clear advancement opportunities within a supportive firm culture that values professional growth and work-life balance.

THE EXPECTATIONS TIMELINE
By Month 1

• Understand firm processes, systems, and technical standards
• Build relationships with team members and key clients
• Review assigned client files and engagement history
• Familiarize yourself with firm's service offerings and approach

By Month 3

• Independently manage assigned client portfolio
• Establish effective working relationships with clients
• Demonstrate proficiency with firm's workflow and software systems
• Begin providing guidance to junior staff members
• Identify initial process improvement opportunities

By Month 6

• Successfully complete busy season with your client portfolio
• Develop strong supervisory skills and team collaboration
• Contribute ideas for practice development and efficiency improvements
• Build reputation for technical competence and client service
• Demonstrate readiness for increased responsibilities

By Month 12

• Manage full client lifecycle from planning through completion
• Mentor at least one staff or senior accountant effectively
• Contribute to at least one firm-wide initiative or improvement project
• Establish track record of quality work and client satisfaction
• Position yourself for advancement to senior leadership roles

THE SKILL SET

• CPA designation with minimum 5-7 years of public accounting experience
• Strong technical skills in compilation, review, and corporate/personal taxation
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Team-oriented mindset with emerging leadership capabilities
• Proficiency with accounting software and technology platforms

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