Lead client facing engagement teams to complete compliance tax engagements, budgeting, internal controls and financial/accounting transactions
Deliver industry and technical expertise in assurance through client interactions, reports, technical work, management presentations and high-quality deliverables
Manage a portfolio of clients while understanding their business, key risks and ways to deliver added value; ensure clients’ needs are met and that relationships and accounts grow and develop
Accountable for engagement planning and scheduling as well as project financials (i.e., budgets, WIPS, timely billing, collection, variance recognition)
Maintain quality control and apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues relevant to the client’s business, financial entries and reports
Network in the local business community, consider business development opportunities and contribute to the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needs
Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews
Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary
Requirements :
5-6 years of relevant accounting experience
Working towards a CPA designation is considered an asset
Strong understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles
Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills
Experience working with accounting and tax software