Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location : Remote (Work from Anywhere)
Schedule: Flexible hours with at least 50% overlap between 9am–5pm EST

About Us:

Kirk CPA Skilled Corporation is a modern, fully remote accounting firm supporting entrepreneurs across Ontario and Alberta. We are detail-focused but laid-back, and we don't believe in accounting emergencies. We value flexibility, trust, and doing great work without unnecessary stress.

Visit our website: Kaitlin Kirk, CPA – Accounting for Canadian Business

Position Summary:

The Senior Production Manager is responsible for owning the end-to-end production workflow across the firm. This role acts as the central traffic controller, ensuring that all client work is properly assigned, completed on time, and meets a high technical standard before final delivery.

This is a hands‑on leadership role combining strong technical expertise with team management. The Senior Production Manager serves as the primary internal reviewer for all production work, while also training and developing team members and improving systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Ownership & Workflow Management

Own and manage the full production lifecycle, including task assignment, prioritization, and deadline management
Ensure all work is delivered on time and within budget
Monitor team capacity and allocate resources effectively
Act as the central coordinator for all production activities

Quality Control & Technical Review

Act as the primary internal reviewer for all production work, including tax returns, financial statements, and bookkeeping




Ensure all work meets a 90–100% quality standard before final client delivery
Apply deep technical expertise to identify errors, provide corrections, and guide team output

Team Leadership & Training

Manage and review the work of senior, intermediate, and junior accountants and bookkeepers
Train and continuously upskill team members in tax, financial reporting, bookkeeping, and payroll
Provide structured feedback and conduct regular performance reviews
Foster a supportive, collaborative, and high‑performance team environment

Process Improvement & SOP Development

Develop, document, and refine SOPs to standardize workflows and improve efficiency
Identify process gaps and implement improvements to enhance quality and turnaround times
Ensure adherence to internal systems, processes, and best practices

Client & Internal Communication

Support client communication related to deliverables, clarifications, and issue resolution
Collaborate with the Senior Client Manager to ensure smooth client delivery
Maintain responsiveness to internal communications and team needs

Technology & Systems

Utilize and optimize key tools including Karbon, CaseWare Online, Profile Tax,



and QuickBooks Online
Stay up to date with new technologies, automation opportunities, and tax law changes

Qualifications & Skills:

CPA designation (or equivalent) required
Minimum 6+ years of experience in public accounting
Minimum 3–6 years of experience managing or mentoring a team
Strong technical expertise in tax and financial reporting
Experience reviewing complex tax returns and financial statements
Proficiency with Karbon, CaseWare Online, Profile Tax, and QuickBooks Online
Strong organizational and workflow management skills
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Soft Skills & Attributes:

Warm, approachable, and supportive leadership style
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High level of accountability and ownership
Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
Ability to build trust and motivate team members

What We Offer:

Compensation: $95,000 annually
Vacations: 4 weeks of PTO
Health spending account: $3,500 per year
Fully remote work : live and work from anywhere
Flexible scheduling : choose your hours while meeting deadlines
No micromanagement : you'll be trusted to own your work
Small team impact : your ideas and expertise matter
Growth opportunities : leadership, strategy, and specialized work as the company expands

Please note: Candidates must be based in Canada, with full working rights.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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📌 Fully Remote - Senior Production Manager - Kirk CPA Professional Co. (Alberta)
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