Accounting Manager, CPA

Job Title:

Accounting Manager (Contract Maternity Leave Coverage)

Reporting directly to:  Firm CPA Founder

Location:

204-755 Queensway E, Mississauga, ON L4Y 4C5

Compensation:  $111,000 to $115,000

If you are an experienced public practice Accounting Manager who is confident reviewing assurance files and supporting quality and inspection readiness, we want to hear from you! We are seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join us on a contract basis to cover a maternity leave, with a strong possibility of transitioning into a permanent full-time role based on performance and business needs.

About Us
F Silveira Chartered Professional Accountants is a growing public accounting firm based in Mississauga, Ontario. We support privately owned-managed businesses with accounting, assurance (ASPE & IFRS), tax compliance, and advisory services. Our firm is built on strong client relationships, high-quality work, continuous improvement, and a modern, team-first culture.

The Opportunity
This is a key leadership role for a CPA manager with strong confidence in reviewing assurance and compilation files, leading and coaching team members, improving file quality, and supporting CPA Ontario Practice Inspection readiness.

You will work closely with the CPA owner/founder of the firm. This is an important role in ensuring files are technically strong, consistent, and review ready.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of corporate and personal clients and lead engagements from start to finish

Maintain strong client relationships and handle inquiries professionally and efficiently

Ensure client files are organized, accurate, and delivered on time Assurance / Working Paper Review

Provide manager-level review of engagements including Compilation/NTR, Review, and Audit files (ASPE & IFRS)

Perform final technical review of working paper files to ensure completeness and consistency before final sign-off

Identify deficiencies and drive timely corrective action to reduce rework

Team Leadership & Coaching

Supervise, mentor, and support team members and intermediate accountants

Provide guidance on working papers, documentation standards, deadlines, and engagement planning

Promote accountability, training, and a high-performing team culture

Assist with CPA Ontario Practice Inspection readiness, including file readiness reviews/internal pre-inspections

Support documentation strengthening across assurance and compilation engagements

Assist with implementing quality improvements and remediation plans

Tax & Compliance Oversight

Review and support preparation of T2 corporate tax returns

Assist with T1 / Trust returns as needed

Ensure tax work is well-documented and meets internal standards

Qualifications

CPA designation required in Ontario (having a USA CPA as well is an asset but not required)

5+ years’ experience in a Canadian public accounting firm (firm with assurance)

Strong technical knowledge of assurance and compilation documentation standards and working paper file preparation/review procedures

Strong leadership and communication skills

Highly organized, reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines

Experience supporting CPA Ontario inspection preparation is a strong asset

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience

Collaborative team culture with strong standards and continuous improvement

Ability to work directly with leadership and have real impact on firm operations and quality

Work Environment and Physical Demands
The physical demands and working conditions described here represent those that are typically required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Sitting at a desk for extended periods.

Making or receiving telephone calls for prolonged durations.

Using a keyboard to conduct research and communicate in writing for long intervals.

Viewing a computer monitor for extended periods.

Occasional standing, walking, reaching, and stooping.

Occasionally lifting items weighing up to 20 kilograms.

Exposure to environments with low to moderate noise levels.

Occasional travel within Canada.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and accommodation needs. Please notify us if you have any accessibility requirements. Information gathered will only be used for the purpose of determining employment suitability and will remain confidential.

All applicants are thanked for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief note outlining:

Your public practice background

Your experience in assurance review

Your comfort level with CPA Ontario inspection readiness / file quality control

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