Overview
Manager Jobs in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada at Robertson & Company Ltd.
Title: Manager
Company: Robertson & Company Ltd.
Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
Job Title:
Manager, Accounting & Client Services
Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid)
The Client:
Our client is a well-established, partner-led public accounting firm with a strong presence in the Canadian mid-market. The firm supports a diverse client base across owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit organizations and is known for its hands-on leadership, collaborative culture, and emphasis on long-term client relationships. This is a confidential search due to growth and succession planning.
What you will achieve in this role:
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Take ownership of complex accounting, assurance, and corporate tax files across a varied client portfolio
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Act as a senior technical resource, providing guidance on accounting standards and tax matters
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Lead client engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, timeliness, and profitability
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Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering practical insight on financial reporting and compliance issues
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Supervise, coach, and develop junior team members while maintaining firm quality standards
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Contribute to strengthening client relationships and identifying opportunities to expand service offerings
What you must bring to this role:
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CPA designation (or near completion)
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5+ years of progressive experience within a Canadian public accounting environment
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Strong hands-on experience with corporate tax filings (T2) and related planning matters
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Proven ability to manage assurance engagements, including audits and review engagements
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Experience working with owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit entities
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Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to review work, manage deadlines, and mentor staff
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Clear, professional communication skills and confidence interacting with clients
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Familiarity with industry-standard accounting and tax tools (e.g., CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks)
Accounting & Tax Advisory
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Apply in-depth knowledge of Canadian accounting frameworks, including ASPE and ASNPO
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Manage and review complex corporate tax filings while ensuring compliance and accuracy
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Provide practical advisory support to clients on reporting, compliance, and tax-related matters
Assurance & Engagement Leadership
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Lead assurance engagements for not-for-profit organizations such as healthcare entities, community organizations, and condominium corporations
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Oversee review engagements for privately held, profit-oriented businesses
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Plan engagement timelines, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality file completion
People Leadership
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Review work prepared by junior and intermediate staff, providing constructive and timely feedback
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Support training initiatives and contribute to the professional growth of team members
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Participate in performance discussions and ongoing coaching
Client Management
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Act as a primary relationship manager for assigned clients
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Ensure consistent service delivery and proactive communication
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Identify opportunities to deepen client relationships and support firm growth
Only candidates meeting the above criteria will be contacted.
We use AI-enabled tools to support application screening. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.
