About The Opportunity Our client is a well-established, full-service public accounting firm serving privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals, and professional service firms across Canada. They are currently seeking a Senior Manager to help lead their Private Enterprise practice. In this role, you will lead compilation and review engagement files from start to completion, serve as a trusted advisor to owner-managed businesses, and contribute meaningfully to the strategic development of the practice.
About The Opportunity Our client is a well-established, full-service public accounting firm serving privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals, and qualified service firms across Canada. They are currently seeking a Senior Manager to help lead their Private Enterprise practice. In this role, you will lead compilation and review engagement files from start to completion, serve as a trusted advisor to owner-managed businesses, and contribute meaningfully to the strategic development of the practice.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Lead and review compilation engagements for privately-held corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships
Review Notice to Reader and Review Engagement files prepared by junior and intermediate staff, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to professional standards
Manage engagement workflow, timelines, and file progress for a portfolio of Private Enterprise clients
Identify and resolve complex accounting and financial reporting issues, escalating appropriately
Identify and communicate value-added planning opportunities to clients in a clear, accessible manner
Participate in client meetings,



presentations, and onboarding of new engagements
Oversee preparation and review of T2 corporate tax returns and related schedules for private companies
Review T1 personal tax returns for owner-managers, high-net-worth individuals, and family unit filings
Mentor, coach, and develop staff at the junior, intermediate, and senior levels
Contribute to recruitment efforts, internal training initiatives, and practice-building activities
Participate in business development activities, including networking events and referral source management
Experience with U.S.-connected clients - including dual-status individuals, cross-border tax filings
About You CPA
US CPA strongly preferred
Minimum 10 years of progressive public accounting experience, with a focus on the Private Enterprise / owner-managed business sector
Minimum 5 years of experience reviewing compilation engagements and related financial statements
Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, and develop professional accounting staff
Proficiency with tax preparation and practice management software
Hands-on experience with U.S. personal income tax compliance (Form 1040, 1040NR, FBAR/FinCEN 114, Form 8938, Form 3520, etc.) is an asset
Familiarity with Canada-U.S. tax treaty positions, departure tax, and cross-border estate planning considerations is an asset
About the Job This is a permanent, full-time opportunity with a salary range of $150,000 to $190,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The role is based out of the Markham, Ontario area, with an expectation of working on-site 3–5 days per week. During busy season will be fully onsite.

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📌 Senior Manager, Private Enterprise - Permanent - 19348 (Ontario)
🏢 LRO Staffing
📍 Ontario