Accounting and Assurance Manager

MAC LLP is a full-service public accounting firm in Waterloo Region that has been in business for over 30 years and was recently recognized as one of _Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers_ by Canada’s Top 100.

We deliver services to a wide range of clients including owner-managed businesses, agriculture based businesses, not-for-profit organizations, charities, social housing, and individuals, and pride ourselves on our ability to do so in a way that is both professional and personable.

**The Opportunity**:

- Review audits, reviews and compilations and provide direction and feedback for completion before final submission to the Partners
- Oversee and manage client audits including scheduling, planning, file review, budget preparation and allocation of time charged
- Working closely with clients including attending client and audit meetings, preparation of management letters and related correspondence
- Deliver financial statements and working paper files in accordance with firm standards in a timely, effective manner
- Develop business and manage a client base
- Keep Partners informed, on an ongoing basis, of progress and significant issues
- Review personal and corporate tax returns and provide direction and feedback for completion before final submission to Partners
- Work independently on more difficult corporate and tax matters, when necessary
- Mentor staff by providing engagement feedback and participate in the employee review process during the year as well as annually
- Deliver internal training to all staff
- Involvement in creation of firm best practices as well as implementation
- Manage team workload requirements and provide assistance in reviewing and evaluating staff members
- Effectively communicate with our clients and with our Partners and staff
- Attend Partner Meetings as needed
- Review engagement files in accordance with firm standards for a variety of clients of businesses and non-profit enterprises
- Prepare difficult corporate and personal income tax returns
- Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and have the ability to research issues, present alternatives and provide conclusions
- Continuous communication with Partners with respect to engagement progress - risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc.
- Manage interpersonal relations and build the morale of the team
- Develop the knowledge of staff members by sharing best practices and providing coaching and training
- Liaise with clients to discuss issues, clarify details and obtain information
- Meet with clients to review files as required
- Other duties as assigned

**Key Requirements**
- CPA Designation
- 5+ years public accounting experience including auditing and the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns
- Advanced understanding of accounting policies and audit techniques
- Knowledge and experience with Canadian Tax required.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with clients and staff
- Exceptional leadership and coaching/mentoring abilities
- Ability to prioritize workload and the flexibility to manage multiple tasks
- Active participation in a charitable, civic or professional club/committee is a definite asset
- Dedication and strong work ethic
- Desire to move to Partnership a definite asset
- Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office, Caseware/Caseview, and CCH iFirm
- Proficiency with MS Office and previous experience with Quickbooks, Quickbooks Online, and Sage

**What We Offer**:

- Hybrid work arrangement.
- Flexible Summer Fridays (offices are closed).
- Awesome benefits package which includes healthcare and lifestyle spend accounts.
- Competitive compensation and RRSP matching.
- Vacation + Lieu for time worked over standard hours.
- Supportive student program for CPA students (we are a CPAO training office) + support and financial coverage for professional development.
- Free coffee, tea and snacks.
- Loads of fun company events for both staff and their families.
- Onsite gym at our Waterloo office with free access for all staff.
- An amazing wellness program with wellness challenges, resources, onsite treatments and more.

**Accessibility**: