Agilus is recruiting for a Manager, Assurance & Advisory in the Public Accounting Sector in Guelph or Elora, Ontario. The Manager, Assurance and Advisor will lead and develop accounting teams, manage client relationships, and oversee high-quality deliverables. They will handle resource allocation to ensure successful client outcomes and collaborate with senior leaders on practice and business development. Additionally, the Manager fosters firm-wide collaboration, operational efficiency, and staff development. Responsibilities: Collaborate with Partners and Senior Managers to develop and implement accounting and tax strategies for clients Review compilation, audit, and tax engagements to ensure compliance with professional and firm standards Identify and resolve accounting, audit, and tax issues promptly, escalating when necessary to Senior Managers and Partners Manage resource scheduling and delegate tasks to ensure proper skillsets are available to meet client needs Maintain day-to-day client relationships, ensuring effective communication and expectation management Oversee client engagement financials, including budgets, WIP, write-offs, billing, and collections Enforce high standards for quality deliverables, ensuring client needs are met promptly Provide leadership and mentorship to Senior Accountants, Junior Accountants, and Co-op students on engagements The successful candidate brings: Strong technical knowledge in accounting, assurance, and tax -experience in public practice accounting CPA designation required In-depth understanding of relevant professional standards, regulations, and corporate governance requirements Proven project management skills, managing multiple engagements with competing deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Ability to develop and maintain trusted advisor relationships with clients Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills 5+ years of accounting experience specializing in compliance and financial reporting, including at least 1 year in a managerial role Total rewards: $97000.00 - $115000.00 annually Hybrid work model - 3 days in office 3 weeks vacation, flexible work schedule Benefits after 3 months Bonus opportunity Support for community involvement and local charitable initiatives We want to connect with you! Please apply directly online Agilus would like to thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive; we may only be able to respond directly to those candidates being selected for an interview. We encourage you to visit agilus.ca regularly or subscribe to our email alerts at agilus.ca/Account/Register as new exciting employment opportunities become available daily.