Assurance Manager – Public Accounting

Location: Mississauga, ON (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $100,000–$125,000 (commensurate with experience)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with weekly work-from-home flexibility

About the Opportunity:
Our client, a well-established and growth-oriented public accounting firm in the Mississauga area, is currently seeking a Manager to join their Assurance & Audit team. This is a key leadership position that offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, oversee client engagements from start to finish, and mentor a team of professionals within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The firm is known for its high-touch service model, long-standing client relationships, and a culture that values professional growth, work-life balance, and technical excellence.

What You'll Do:
As an Assurance Manager, your responsibilities will be divided between client-facing work and departmental leadership. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services, while also contributing to the firm's continued success by developing team members and supporting operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities:
Client Work – Billable Engagements:

• Lead audit and review engagements from planning through completion, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to professional standards

• Serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients across various industries (including owner-managed businesses)

• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements in compliance with ASPE

• Review and finalize working paper files, audit reports, and related documentation

• Manage budgets, timelines, and billing for assigned engagements

• Identify and communicate audit issues and value-added recommendations to clients

Department Leadership & Internal Operations:

• Supervise, train, and mentor staff and senior accountants on technical and soft skills

• Support the professional development of team members through performance reviews and coaching

• Contribute to workflow optimization and continuous improvement within the assurance team

• Participate in the firm's quality control initiatives and uphold best practices

• Collaborate with partners and other department leaders to support firm-wide objectives

Qualifications:

• CPA designation in good standing is required

• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or management capacity

• Strong knowledge and hands-on application of ASPE and Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS)

• Experience leading audit and review engagements for privately held and owner-managed businesses

• Proficiency in CaseWare, TaxPrep, and Microsoft Office Suite

• Proven ability to lead client relationships and mentor junior staff

• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Why Join?

• Competitive salary ($100K–$125K) and comprehensive benefits

• Weekly work-from-home flexibility

• Clear path for advancement within a supportive and reputable mid-sized firm

• Exposure to a diverse client base and technically engaging work

• A collaborative, team-first culture that values balance and professional development