<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Services Manager in Waterloo, ON. This on-site position offers the opportunity to oversee a team and manage a portfolio of client accounting and tax services. The role calls for leadership in technical accounting, workflow management, and client service delivery within a collaborative environment.</p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Supervise and mentor a team of staff accountants, providing coaching and technical guidance as needed.</li><li>Oversee the review and completion of corporate year-end engagements and corporate tax returns.</li><li>Collaborate with the VP to review personal tax returns and ensure compliance standards are met.</li><li>Act as the main technical resource for the accounting team, supporting research and complex tax matters.</li><li>Manage and maintain accounting and tax software platforms, coordinating updates and team training.</li><li>Direct the delegation, execution, and review of client projects to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.</li><li>Administer bookkeeping, financial reporting, and preparation of management reports for a range of clients.</li><li>Oversee HST filings, remittances, and the preparation and submission of T4 and T5 forms.</li><li>Provide tax planning, estimates, and manage the preparation and filing of T1 and T2 tax returns.</li><li>Maintain ongoing communication with clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring a high level of service.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>Experience in tax preparation and review for both corporations and individuals.</li><li>Background in public accounting considered an asset.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting software, including in-house systems, QBO, and desktop applications.</li><li>Advanced skills in Excel, including spreadsheet management, pivot tables, and V-Lookups.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities during peak seasons, particularly January through June.</li><li>Strong organizational and communication skills for managing client relationships and team responsibilities.</li><li>Capacity to identify opportunities for process improvement and enhance client service delivery.</li><li>Openness to candidates with varied educational backgrounds.</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking a Manager, Governance, Risk and Audit to lead and enhance its governance, enterprise risk management, compliance, and internal audit programs.</p><p>Reporting to the CFO and working closely with executive leadership and the Audit Committee, this role will establish and oversee frameworks that strengthen accountability, internal controls, risk management, and organizational effectiveness. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance, audit, risk, or compliance professional who enjoys building programs, driving improvement, and partnering with senior leaders.</p><p>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</p><p>Governance, Risk and Internal Audit</p><ul><li>Develop and execute a risk-based governance and internal audit plan aligned with organizational priorities.</li><li>Design and maintain governance, enterprise risk management, and internal audit frameworks.</li><li>Lead reviews across operational, financial, compliance, technology, cybersecurity, procurement, and corporate functions.</li><li>Assess internal controls, policies, governance practices, and risk mitigation strategies, identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Provide practical recommendations that strengthen controls, compliance, and operational effectiveness.</li><li>Assess emerging risks, support enterprise risk management initiatives, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and policies.</li><li>Provide independent assurance and advisory support to executive leadership and governance committees.</li></ul><p>Executive and Board Reporting</p><ul><li>Prepare and present audit plans, risk assessments, governance reports, and status updates to senior leadership and Board committees.</li><li>Communicate significant risks, control weaknesses, governance concerns, and compliance matters.</li><li>Develop executive briefing materials and strategic recommendations.</li><li>Support ongoing enhancement of governance and oversight practices.</li></ul><p>External Audit and Regulatory Readiness</p><ul><li>Serve as the primary contact for external audits, reviews, examinations, and regulatory engagements.</li><li>Lead audit readiness activities and ensure documentation, policies, controls, and records are maintained.</li><li>Coordinate information requests, management responses, interviews, documentation reviews, and remediation activities.</li><li>Prepare reporting on audit progress, findings, risks, and corrective actions.</li></ul><p>Advisory and Special Projects</p><ul><li>Provide advisory support for strategic initiatives, business transformations, and process improvement projects.</li><li>Support governance modernization, policy development, and control enhancement initiatives.</li></ul><p>Leadership Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop team members.</li><li>Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Manage departmental priorities, resources, and work plans.</li><li>Promote enterprise-wide awareness of governance, risk management, compliance, and internal controls.</li></ul>