Assurance And Advisory Principal Or Senior Manager (Public Accounting)

Assurance and Advisory Principal or Senior Manager (Public Accounting)
Posted:
September 30 2026Relocation Assistance:
AvailableJob description:
Assurance & Advisory Senior Manager / Principal North York CPA FirmOur TorontoJobs.Ca Recruiting division client, a well-established mid-sized CPA firm located in North York, is seeking an experienced Assurance & Advisory Senior Manager / Principal to join their growing team.This is an excellent opportunity for a senior assurance professional with a strong public accounting background who is looking to take on a leadership role within an established and growing firm. The successful candidate will have significant experience managing assurance engagements, advising owner-managed and privately held businesses, and working directly with clients and partners on complex accounting and business matters.The firm is open to considering candidates at either the Senior Manager or Principal level, depending on experience, technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and overall fit.Responsibilities
Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of assurance engagements, including review and audit engagementsOversee engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, efficiency, and adherence to professional standardsReview financial statements, working papers, and engagement documentationProvide accounting and assurance advice to privately held and owner-managed businessesWork closely with clients to understand their business, accounting, and financial reporting needsIdentify accounting, financial reporting, and operational issues and provide practical recommendationsAssist clients with complex accounting matters and business advisory needsWork closely with partners on significant and complex client engagementsManage multiple engagements and ensure deadlines and budgets are metDevelop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clientsReview and oversee the work of managers, senior accountants, and junior team membersProvide coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to the assurance teamContribute to the development and implementation of engagement and quality-control processesParticipate in business development activities and identify opportunities to expand the firm's assurance and advisory servicesParticipate in client meetings and presentations as a senior representative of the firmStay current with developments in Canadian accounting standards, assurance standards, and other relevant professional requirementsQualifications
CPA designation is requiredMinimum 6 years of management-level experience in public accountingMinimum 3 years of experience at the Senior Manager level is requiredStrong Canadian public accounting experience with a focus on assuranceExtensive experience managing audit and review engagementsStrong technical knowledge of Canadian accounting standards and assurance standardsExperience working with privately held and owner-managed businessesStrong client relationship and communication skillsProven ability to manage multiple engagements, teams, and deadlinesDemonstrated leadership and team development capabilitiesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and advisory skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with partners and other professionalsBusiness development experience is an asset, particularly for candidates being considered at the Principal levelWhy Join?
Opportunity to join an established and growing mid-sized CPA firmSenior leadership role with significant responsibility and influenceOpportunity to work directly with partners and a diverse portfolio of clientsExposure to a broad range of assurance, accounting, and advisory engagementsCollaborative and professional working environmentOpportunity to mentor and develop a team of accounting professionalsOpportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the firm's assurance and advisory practiceLong-term career growth and leadership opportunitiesCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packageConvenient North York locationIf you're an experienced CPA with a strong assurance background and significant management experience, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role with a respected mid-sized CPA firm. Whether you're an experienced Senior Manager looking for increased responsibility or an established assurance leader ready for a Principal-level opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
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