Manager

7 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Accounting Staffing And Administrative Staffing Full time $90,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Description
Our client, a continually growing and collaborative accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Manager to join their motivated, supportive, and energetic team in Halifax. In this permanent, full-time position, the successful candidate will step into the role with confidence, managing a client portfolio while overseeing a small team and external resources.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:
  • Perform client bookkeeping, including trust accounting, cost allocations, and month/quarter/year-end adjustments
  • Prepare and explain financial statements to clients, identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement
  • File corporate and personal tax returns, GST/HST, payroll remittances, and T-slips, ensuring compliance with deadlines and regulatory requirements
  • Respond to CRA audits, reviews, and correspondence, providing necessary documentation and support
  • Assist clients with budgeting, cash flow management, projections, and strategic financial planning
  • Conduct P&L analysis and liaise with banks and lenders as required
  • Continuously improve internal procedures and processes to reduce errors and increase efficiency
  • Provide guidance and support to junior staff, overseeing accuracy and progress of client accounts, reconciliations, and year-end adjustments

Experience & Attributes for Success:
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required 
  • Previous management experience, overseeing staff and leading client relations
  • Proficient in the use of Office365, QuickBooks Online and other accounting and reporting tools
  • Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Clear communication skills with a professional approach and the ability to develop and foster lasting relationships with clients and internal staff

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Lori-Lydia Loveless, Senior Recruitment Consultant at

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canada's only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at

Accountant Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

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