<p><strong>Finance Business Partner – Guelph, Ontario (in office)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Are you a newly designated CPA (or on the verge of finishing) and ready to take the next step out of public practice? This role is a great opportunity to apply your technical accounting skills in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can make a real impact — without sacrificing your work–life balance. As a <strong>Finance Business Partner</strong> on our team, you’ll gain exposure to complex and interesting transactions, contribute to process improvements, and see the direct results of your work on business decisions. You’ll also enjoy a culture that values your growth while respecting your time outside of the office.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Build and prepare financial statements and reports to support financial management and decision making.</li><li>Ensure accurate allocation of costs through careful analysis.</li><li>Respond to third party (banks, auditor, tax, insurance, benefits providers) inquiries as needed.</li><li>Analyze financial performance and KPIs, providing clear and insightful variance explanations.</li><li>Handle a variety of accounting tasks and complex transactions that keep things running smoothly.</li><li>Support and collaborate with team members, offering leadership when needed.</li><li>Jump in on special projects and provide coverage during peak periods, gaining exposure to new areas of finance.</li></ul>
<p>Are you ready to take the next step in your public accounting career, with a clear path to partnership? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your professional growth, work/life balance, and flexibility are prioritized? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a dynamic and motivated <strong>Audit Manager </strong>to join an innovative and growth-focused public accounting firm in the Niagara Region. This role offers an incredible opportunity for unlimited career progression, including a defined path to partnership, while simultaneously fostering professional development and promoting a balanced lifestyle.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>As an Audit Manager, you will:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and execute audit, review, and compilation engagements, ensuring the delivery of quality results within established timelines.</li><li>Collaborate with team members and clients onsite to build strong relationships, identify client needs, and deliver tailored solutions.</li><li>Mentor and guide junior team members, providing support and encouragement to help them thrive.</li><li>Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed accurately, on time, and on budget.</li><li>Conduct research on complex auditing and accounting issues to provide insight and guidance to clients.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements, client growth, and service expansion to support business goals.</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Achieve</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver quality deliverables that exceed client expectations.</li><li>Strengthen client relationships and enhance retention rates through exceptional service.</li><li>Create scalable processes and contribute to the firm’s continued success and expansion.</li><li>Develop as a trusted leader within the firm with a structured path to becoming a Partner.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Our Client (and Join Another CPA Firm?)</strong></p><ul><li>Flexibility & Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a supportive culture that values your personal life while maintaining professional excellence.</li><li>Career Growth: Benefit from unlimited growth opportunities, a clear pathway to partnership, and the chance to work closely with leadership.</li><li>Collaborative Environment: Work onsite with a team of motivated, talented professionals who encourage teamwork, communication, and innovation.</li><li>Continuous Learning: Access learning and development resources to keep your technical skills sharp and stay ahead in a dynamic field.</li><li>Impactful Leadership: Make a direct impact on the firm’s success and contribute to building a high-performing team.</li></ul><p><strong>Take the Next Step</strong></p><p>Are you ready to expand your career, grow into a leadership role, and work with a firm deeply invested in your success and well-being? If so, we’d love to have a conversation with you!</p><p>Apply now and make your next professional move your best one yet. Together, we’ll reach greater success!</p>
<p><strong>Senior Audit Manager: Lead, Inspire, Deliver Excellence</strong></p><p>When numbers meet strategy and collaboration, they tell incredible stories of growth, resilience, and success. Our client is not just a CPA firm of accountants, advisors, or number-crunchers—they’re storytellers, puzzle-solvers, and trusted partners to their clients. Every day they work together to ensure their clients thrive, and every step of the way we empower our team to grow, thrive, and achieve impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What Makes the Role Unique?</strong></p><p>As a <strong>Senior Audit Manager</strong>, you’ll be at the forefront of transforming financial complexities into actionable insights while delivering best-in-class services. This isn’t just a job; it’s your opportunity to lead teams, build enduring client relationships, and advance business development efforts that shape the future of the firm.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Achieve as a Senior Audit Manager</strong></p><ul><li>Drive strategic client management excellence</li><li>Manage a diverse portfolio of clients with advanced business, assurance, and tax needs.</li><li>Lead high-value meetings with clients, articulating strategies and resolving issues.</li><li>Draft and sign off on financial statements, ensuring precise disclosure and compliance.</li><li>Oversee assurance engagements, carrying out detailed reviews to maintain quality.</li><li>Prepare and analyze complex corporate and personal tax returns to deliver optimal results.</li><li>Exemplify leadership & operational excellence</li><li>Lead multi-disciplinary teams, fieldwork assignments, and large client engagements with confidence.</li><li>Allocate resources effectively, balancing demands with timelines and budgets.</li><li>Mentor, coach, and inspire junior staff to achieve personal and organizational goals.</li><li>Conduct performance evaluations and create development plans to ensure growth and success.</li><li>Take an active role in knowledge-sharing, leading internal training programs and facilitating monthly sessions that empower your team.</li><li>Innovate and Drive Practice Development</li><li>Respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and actively support winning new business initiatives.</li><li>Partner with Managing Partners to design policies and streamline processes that elevate firm-wide performance.</li><li>Chair internal strategy meetings, create agendas, and oversee follow-through initiatives.</li><li>Conduct advanced technical research to provide trusted consultation on complex tax and accounting matters.</li><li>Oversee billing, work-in-progress (WIP) management, and financial controls for client portfolios under your leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>What’s In It for You?</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation package with full health benefits.</li><li>Strong work/life balance with flexibility to help you balance your family an personal commitments.</li><li>Collaborative culture.</li><li>Meaningful client impact.</li></ul>
