Description

Grant Thornton LLP is a leading Canadian accounting and advisory firm providing audit, tax and advisory services to private and public organizations. Together with the Quebec firm Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton LLP, Grant Thornton has more than 3,500 people in offices across the country and annual revenues of more than $425 million. Grant Thornton LLP is a Canadian member of Grant Thornton International Ltd, whose member and correspondent firms operate in over 100 countries worldwide. Recognized as one of Canada's Best Workplaces by the Great Place to Work Institute in 2008 and again in 2009, Grant Thornton LLP focuses on being a bold and positive leader in our chosen markets and within the professional services industry. Grant Thornton holds a strong commitment to our values of collaboration, leadership, excellence, agility, respect and responsibility.

The Role of the Manager

We have an exciting career opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Manager in our Kentville office, to assist in the leadership and growth of our Assurance and Business Advisory practice.  Your role as a key member of our multi-disciplined team will be focused on client service and business development. 

Responsibilities

• Leading and executing client engagements, while providing exceptional client service to a wide variety of business sectors
• Planning and leading teams ensuring that client expectations are clearly communicated
• Proactive problem solving with the team and the client
• Being a leader in the business unit, service line, and firm by actively contributing to the development and execution of the office business plan
• Contributing to new business development by understanding Grant Thornton and its service lines, as well as utilizing your credibility in the field
• Participating in the coaching and performance management process of the practice by conducting timely performance reviews, providing ongoing feedback and training to develop junior team members

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the audit and accounting field
• CA designation is required
• Demonstrated experience in practice development, business development and management
• A team player able to rally resources and work with others to meet the needs of the client
• Strong commitment to professional and client service excellence
• Strong interest in coaching and development, with a commitment to personal growth
• Demonstrated ability to meet the professional and competency expectations of the position

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, and would like to play a strong role in a busy, professional environment, please apply online at www.GrantThornton.ca/careers.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please, no telephone calls.  
 
Grant Thornton LLP is an equal opportunity employer