Manager, Public Company Group

Vancouver, BC

The Client:

Our Client is a leading midsize accounting and advisory firm based in Vancouver and Toronto. They provide value-added audit, tax and advisory solutions that support local businesses. They offer a full complement of professional services across every major industry sector, serving a broad range of clients, including large, publicly traded companies, emerging businesses, and owner-managed businesses.

Our Client fosters a meaningful career and the opportunity to influence tomorrow for your clients, your profession, and your community. Our professionals are encouraged to Be True to their values and ambitions, alongside shared commitment to building great relationships, great conversations and great futures.

Position Overview:

We are currently looking for an experienced, motivated, and client-driven individual to join their growing Audit & Accounting Services group in Vancouver as a Manager. This individual will play a key role in our Public Company Group.

The Public Company Group offers an outstanding environment to continue developing your career by providing challenging and rewarding opportunities, while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. This group has extensive experience with IFRS, continuous disclosure filings and working with entities in the mining, technology, cannabis, and other emerging industries.

In this role, you will act as a trusted business advisor, where you will be creating lasting partnerships with our clients by providing the services necessary for business owners and corporate leaders to achieve their goals.

What you will achieve in this role:

• Manage client engagements by providing assurance and consulting services to public company clients
• Work under tight deadlines, deliver quality work, anticipate and resolve client issues in a timely manner
• Act as a communication conduit between partners and clients
• Work as a crucial link between partners and junior staff
• Generate new business opportunities by promoting the firm’s expertise and services, as well as developing ideas and solutions
• Manage staff in the Public Company Group, providing daily guidance and coaching, developing their knowledge
• Comply with all confidentiality policies of the firm and applicable regulatory authorities

What you must bring to this role:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA)
• 1+ years of management experience at a progressive public accounting firm, with significant emphasis on public company clients, from start-up to mature
• Thorough IFRS knowledge and application of relevant professional standards, regulations and corporate governance requirements
• The ability to provide value-added service to our clients
• Strong understanding of a client-focused environment, including related deadlines and the ability to work to meet those deadlines
• Strong leadership, coaching and people development skills
• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced computer knowledge including Caseware, Taxprep or Profile and Excel

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive total compensation package including extended health care, dental, and group life insurance benefits
• Annual management bonus program
• Vacation (4 weeks/year)
• Continuing Professional Development courses are provided to maintain your designation as well as numerous informal training and development opportunities. The Firm will also reimburse you for approved professional development fees and membership dues.
• An open-door culture promoting interaction with all staff levels, including partners
• A fully-stocked kitchen with breakfast foods, healthy snacks, and treats during tax season, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year
• Overtime meal reimbursements
• Monthly reimbursement towards parking or transit subsidy
• Monthly reimbursement for your smart phone fees
• Monthly subsidy towards membership in a fitness centre
• A smart casual dress code (client/day specific)
• Client referral, employee referral, and vehicle purchase incentives
• Many entertaining social events throughout the year

Only Qualified Candidates will be contacted