Manager (Private Enterprises), CPA

Role: Manager (Private Enterprises), CPA
Location: Bluenose Accounting CPA, West Bedford (Larry Uteck area)

About the Opportunity:

Are you a recently qualified Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) looking for your next step in public practice-one that offers real responsibility, influence, and a clear path toward Associate or Partner?

Bluenose Accounting CPA is a growing three-partner firm located in West Bedford, providing a full range of services from bookkeeping through personal and corporate tax planning. We serve individuals, owner-managed businesses, and non-profit organizations, and we're known for being approachable, collaborative, and deeply committed to our clients' long-term success.

We are seeking a Senior Manager who enjoys all aspects of public practice, thrives in client relationship management, and wants to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of our firm.

Your Role:

As a Senior Manager, you will work closely with the Partners, Senior Managers and Assurance team to lead client engagements, mentor staff, and deliver high-quality accounting and tax services across a diverse client base.

Client Engagement & Technical Leadership

• Plan, execute, and complete Compilation, review and tax engagements (T1, T2, T3, T4, T5)
• Prepare and review financial statements and note disclosures under ASPE
• Review personal and corporate tax returns and provide practical tax planning insights
• Consult with clients on accounting, tax planning, and business planning matters
• Maintain proactive communication with clients to manage expectations and build trusted relationships
• Liaise with the CRA and other authorities as required

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, coach, and mentor junior and senior staff, including assigned coachees
• Lead teams during fieldwork and actively manage engagement progress, timelines, and resourcing
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and professional development feedback
• Contribute to ongoing technical and soft-skills training across the Assurance team
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and staff development initiatives

Practice Management & Operations

• Manage multiple engagements concurrently, including scheduling, capacity planning, and deadlines
• Oversee bookkeeping and payroll processes across engagements
• Review account reconciliations and adjusting entries
• Identify process improvements and help implement efficient, compliant workflows
• Support onboarding of new clients and transitions to cloud-based technologies
• Identify opportunities to add value through cross-team collaboration and enhanced client services
• Contribute to firm initiatives, knowledge sharing, and a positive workplace culture

What You Bring:

• CPA designation required
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in accounting or a related field
• 1 to 5 years in public practice serving private enterprises
• Strong experience with:
  • T2 corporate tax returns
  • Review and Compilation engagements
  • T1 personal, T2 corporate and T3 trust returns
• Sound professional judgment, strong analytical skills, and exceptional attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-first mindset
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable taking ownership of work
• Proficiency with CaseWare/CaseView and TaxPrep or Cantax (asset)
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, Sage Accounting, and MS Excel (asset)
• Knowledge of investment holding companies (asset)
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills
• Work as part of a team and independently

Why Bluenose Accounting

• Meaningful leadership role with visibility and influence
• Clear opportunity for growth into Associate or Partner
• Supportive, collaborative firm culture
• Flexible work arrangements
• A diverse client base and engaging, hands-on work
• Health plan includes health, dental, life and disability insurance (self, spouse and family)
• RRSP matching
• Banked overtime earns paid time off during summer and fall
• Free parking
• Dress casual work environment
• Paid professional development and dues
• 90% in-office work, with flexibility to work remotely as needed

Please forward CV and cover letter to [email protected]. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.