Senior Accountant to Manager (Public Practice)

Job summary

Manage client files and prepare ASPE review and compilation engagements, tax returns, working papers, journal entries, and supporting documentation. Build long-term client relationships, respond to accounting and tax inquiries, and mentor junior staff.

Job details

Our client is a public accounting firm looking for a senior level individual to join its growing team in Okotoks. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced professional who enjoys working closely with owner-managed businesses and is looking for exposure to review engagements, compilations, corporate tax, and client advisory services. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing client files, delivering high-quality engagement work, mentoring junior team members, and building long-term client relationships within a collaborative and family-oriented firm environment. Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To Prepare and complete ASPE review engagements for a diverse portfolio of private company clients Prepare compilation engagements (NTRs) and related working papers with accuracy and efficiency Prepare personal and corporate tax returns and supporting schedules while ensuring compliance with applicable legislation Compile and analyze financial information, prepare journal entries, and maintain accurate supporting documentation Build strong relationships with clients and serve as a trusted point of contact for accounting and tax-related inquiries Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff members while fostering a collaborative team environment Your strengths include: CPA designation or active pursuit of the CPA designation is preferred Progressive public practice accounting experience at the Senior Accountant, Assistant Manager, or Manager level Strong experience preparing and managing ASPE review engagements independently Solid compilation engagement (NTR) experience and understanding of tax and private company reporting requirements Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with both clients and internal stakeholders Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional client service If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the "Apply" button to send your resume directly Jillian Bagay. Recruitment Partners Inc. is an Alberta-based, Alberta-focused recruitment firm. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships while securing top talent for Alberta's best employers. At the heart of our efforts is a collaborative, consultative approach. We are proud of our team of consultants, who come with practical business experience, a strong network of professional contacts, and are focused on what is best for both clients and candidates. We will facilitate the best fit between client and candidate. This means reduced turnover, enhanced employee engagement, increased productivity, customer satisfaction, and more. Accounting & Finance - Engineering, Sales & Operations - HR & Office Support - Technology - Contingent Workforce - Executive Search Contact us today - Your Search Partner - www.recruitmentpartners.ca

What you’ll do

Manage client files and prepare ASPE review and compilation engagements, tax returns, working papers, journal entries, and supporting documentation. Build long-term client relationships, respond to accounting and tax inquiries, and mentor junior staff.

Requirements

A CPA designation or active pursuit of one is preferred, along with progressive public practice experience at the Senior Accountant, Assistant Manager, or Manager level. Candidates should have strong independent ASPE review and compilation experience, knowledge of tax and private company reporting requirements, and excellent communication, organization, and client-service skills.

Listed skills

• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• ASPE Review Engagements
• Compilation Engagements
• Personal Tax Returns
• Corporate Tax Returns
• Financial Analysis
• Journal Entries
• Client Relationship Management
• Client Advisory Services
• Staff Mentoring
• Private Company Reporting
• Working Paper Preparation
• Client Service
• Communication
• Organization
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting

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