We are a growing accounting and advisory firm serving privately owned businesses, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and not-for-profit organizations across a range of industries. We're looking for an experienced Manager, Accounting & Assurance to join our team. This is an prospect for someone who is ready to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio, lead engagements from planning through completion, develop and mentor team members, and become a trusted advisor to clients.

You'll be expected to understand your clients' businesses, anticipate issues, manage engagements effectively and help identify opportunities where SME can provide additional value. Plan, manage and oversee audit, review and compilation engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients. Establish the overall accounting, assurance and tax approach to engagements in consultation with the Partner.

Develop engagement plans, objectives, timelines and appropriate audit or review strategies. Understand each client's business, industry, operations and key financial reporting risks. Identify significant accounting, assurance and tax matters early in the engagement and develop practical solutions.

Review working paper files, financial statements, notes, corporate income tax returns and other client deliverables. Ensure engagements are completed in accordance with applicable professional standards, firm policies and quality requirements. Work closely with Partners regarding engagement risks, technical matters, client issues, staffing requirements, timing and budget.

Serve as the primary day‑to‑day contact for a portfolio of clients. Build solid, long‑term relationships with business owners, controllers, finance teams and other key stakeholders. Provide clients with clear, practical advice on accounting, financial reporting, assurance and business matters.

Identify trends, risks, opportunities and unusual items through analysis of financial and operational information. Help clients understand their financial results and identify opportunities to improve reporting, processes and decision‑making. Respond proactively to client questions and help ensure deliverables,



filings and deadlines are managed effectively.

Identify opportunities where additional accounting, tax, advisory or other SME services may benefit the client. Lead, coach and mentor Senior Accountants, Staff Accountants and other members of the engagement team. Delegate work effectively based on engagement requirements, individual capabilities and development opportunities.

Help team members strengthen their technical knowledge, professional judgment, client‑management skills and overall confidence. Participate in performance management and professional development discussions. Bring a strong technical and analytical mindset Research accounting, assurance and tax matters and clearly document conclusions and recommendations.

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Canadian accounting and assurance standards to client engagements. Perform financial, operational and system analysis where required. Review complex accounting transactions and identify appropriate accounting treatment.

Use financial data and analytics to identify trends, relationships, anomalies and areas requiring further investigation. Work with large financial datasets and use technology to improve engagement efficiency and analysis. We're looking for a strong public accounting professional who combines technical capability with leadership, sound judgment and excellent client relationship skills. 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience, including experience managing or leading client engagements. ~ Strong experience with audit, review and compilation engagements. ~ Strong working knowledge of Canadian accounting and assurance standards, including ASPE and Canadian Auditing Standards. ~ Experience preparing and/or reviewing corporate income tax returns and identifying corporate tax matters requiring further consideration.



~ Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage timelines, budgets, workflow and competing priorities. ~ Strong leadership, coaching and delegation skills. ~ The ability to communicate technical accounting matters clearly and practically to clients and team members. ~ Strong proficiency with accounting, assurance and tax software. ~ Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data and larger datasets. ~ Experience with Caseware Working Papers, Profile, QuickBooks or similar platforms is an asset. ~ A commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

You don't simply identify an issue, you think through the implications, develop a solution and help move the engagement or client forward. At SME, Managers have the opportunity to be closely involved in both the technical and relationship sides of client service. You'll participate in planning, work directly with clients, coach the engagement team, collaborate with Partners and help shape how engagements are delivered.

You'll also have exposure across accounting, assurance, tax and advisory matters, giving you a broader understanding of your clients and the opportunity to continue developing as a well‑rounded business advisor. We want individuals who are interested in building long‑term careers with the firm and who want to contribute to the development of our clients, our people and our practice. Competitive annual base salary.

Eligibility for an annual performance‑based bonus. Extended health, dental and vision benefits. Opportunities for continued professional development and learning. Exposure across accounting, assurance, tax and advisory services.

Opportunities to contribute to firm growth, process improvement and practice development. The successful candidate's compensation within this range will be determined based on relevant public accounting experience, technical capabilities, leadership experience, client‑management skills, job‑related knowledge and qualifications. This position may also be eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus.

📌 Manager, Accounting & Assurance (Mississauga)
🏢 SME
📍 Mississauga