About the Opportunity

We are working with a well-established and highly respected professional accounting firm based in Charlottetown, PE, serving clients throughout Prince Edward Island and Atlantic Canada. As a member of a strong regional alliance of independent CPA firms, this organization provides its team with exceptional professional resources and growth opportunities.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Manager, Assurance & Accounting to join their dynamic and collaborative team. This leadership role works closely with the firm’s Partners and is responsible for overseeing assurance engagements, managing client relationships, and mentoring a talented group of accounting professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, manage, and oversee assurance engagements to ensure compliance with all professional standards
• Monitor and uphold the quality of work to exceed firm and regulatory requirements
• Manage budgets, timelines, and engagement profitability
• Provide technical leadership on complex accounting and assurance matters
• Offer guidance, mentorship, training, and development to team members
• Maintain deep awareness of industry standards, accounting policies, governance, ethics, and quality control requirements
• Lead and complete audit, review, and compilation engagements
• Develop and maintain strong, professional client relationships

Qualifications & Experience

• CPA designation or equivalent professional designation
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, assurance standards, risk management, and internal controls
• 4–6 years of progressive public accounting experience
• 2–4 years of experience in a Manager-level role within public accounting (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, and develop teams
• Proven experience managing and delivering audit, review, and compilation engagements
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, diplomacy, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Self-motivated with a methodical, detail-oriented approach
• Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines
• High level of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Advanced proficiency with:
• CaseWare
• TaxPrep
• Sage
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work additional hours during peak deadlines
• Local travel as required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work environment
• Professional development and CPA support
• Supportive, respectful, and team-driven culture
• Access to the benefits of a regional professional alliance