Manager

Bedford, NS

Reference # HL-BNA-10175

Bluenose Accounting CPA is a growing public practice accounting firm located in West Bedford, Nova Scotia. With a collaborative and client-focused approach, the firm provides a full range of accounting, tax, and advisory services to individuals, owner-managed businesses, and non-profit organizations. Bluenose Accounting combines the opportunities and professional development of a growing firm with the close-knit, approachable workplace of a smaller regional practice.

We are excited to partner with Bluenose Accounting CPA in the recruitment of a Manager to join their team in Bedford, Nova Scotia.

Working closely with the Partners and senior team, the Manager will provide accounting, tax, and advisory services across a diverse client portfolio while developing robust, trusted client relationships. This is a growth-oriented opportunity for an experienced public practice professional who enjoys being involved in all aspects of client service and is interested in progressing into greater leadership responsibility, with a clear path toward Senior Manager and potential partnership.

Responsibilities will include:

- Prepare and review compilation, review, and tax engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients.

- Prepare and review financial statements, working papers, account reconciliations, and adjusting entries.

- Prepare and review personal, corporate, and trust tax returns, along with T4/T5 information slips and HST returns.

- Build strong client relationships through year-end meetings, ongoing support, and practical accounting, tax planning, and business advice.

- Manage multiple client engagements, including scheduling, resourcing,



timelines, and deadlines.

- Coach and mentor junior team members, reviewing work and providing ongoing feedback and development.

- Liaise with the CRA and other authorities as required.

- Contribute to client onboarding, process improvements, technology adoption, and broader firm initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess:

- CPA designation with a minimum of three years of progressive public practice accounting experience.

- Strong experience with compilation engagements, corporate year-end accounting, and T2 corporate tax returns.

- Experience with personal tax returns, with exposure to review engagements and trust returns considered an asset.

- Strong client service and relationship-building skills, with an interest in tax planning and advisory work.

- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

- A proactive, collaborative approach with an interest in mentoring others and taking on increasing leadership responsibility.

- Experience with CaseWare/CaseView, TaxPrep or Cantax, QuickBooks Online, Sage Accounting, and Microsoft Excel considered an asset.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing public practice firm where you can build meaningful client relationships, expand your leadership responsibilities, and pursue a clear path toward senior leadership and potential partnership.

For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Heather Labucki, Partner, Sara Morey, Senior Consultant, at [email protected]. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Sara Morey know.

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