Senior Manager, Accounting & Advisory (CPA Required)

Grow your career in a firm where people truly matter

For more than 15 years, Strong & Associates’ continued growth has been driven entirely by referrals, creating a stable and loyal client base and a practice that continues to expand year after year. Our clients present a wide range of accounting, tax, advisory, succession planning, and business structuring challenges providing ongoing opportunities for professional growth and problem solving.

Our growing team of 22 professionals serve owner-managed businesses, incorporated professionals, growing enterprises and not-for-profit organizations with a wide range of accounting, assurance, tax, and advisory needs.

We believe leadership opportunities should be based on capability, commitment, and shared values. For the right individual, this role offers a clear opportunity to take on increasing responsibility within the firm and the potential to progress into a partnership position.

We are looking for a Senior Manager (CPA) to join our leadership group and contribute to both client success and a positive team environment. Strong & Associates is a CPA-approved learning office, providing aspiring CPAs with the mentorship, coaching, and practical experience needed to progress toward their designation while working on a diverse range of client engagements.

Why Experienced CPAs Choose Strong & Associates

• Direct access to partners and decision-making
• A fair and thoughtful leadership approach that builds trust, supports sound decision-making, and creates a respectful workplace culture
• Meaningful client relationships
• Diverse and interesting client work
• Meaningful leadership opportunities with a path toward partnership
• A collaborative culture that supports professional success and personal well-being

What You will Do

Lead Client Engagements

• Oversee assurance, compilation, review, and tax engagements from initial planning through final delivery
• Review financial statements and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable standards
• Provide clear, practical guidance to clients on accounting, tax, and business matters
• Serve as a primary contact for clients, maintaining strong and responsive working relationships

Support and Develop Your Team

• Guide, coach, and mentor team members at various stages of their careers
• Review work with a focus on quality, consistency, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to staff development and ongoing training initiatives
• Promote a collaborative environment where team members feel comfortable asking questions and growing their skills

Manage Workflow and Delivery

• Coordinate engagements, ensuring timelines and standards are met
• Monitor progress and ensure deadlines are achieved
• Improve internal processes where appropriate to support efficiency and consistency
• Help monitor workload distribution to maintain a steady and sustainable pace for the team

What You Bring

• CPA designation (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in
• Strong technical knowledge in financial reporting and taxation
• Experience reviewing engagements and guiding junior staff
• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused mindset
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a structured and organized way

Why This Role Stands Out

• A clear path toward future partnership for an individual who demonstrates leadership, technical excellence, and a commitment to the long-term success of the firm.
• Work within a close-knit team of 22 professionals where your contributions are visible and appreciated
• High-quality, referral-based client base built on strong long-term relationships and mutual respect
• Professional, approachable, and genuinely friendly office culture (including Gigi, our non-shedding, Havanese office dog)
• Competitive compensation, including paid overtime and/or time-in-lieu flexibility, RRSP matching, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Who You Are

You are a thoughtful and experienced CPA who values quality work, strong relationships, and a positive team environment. You’re looking for a role where you can contribute at a high level while working in a firm that supports both your professional growth and overall well-being.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where individuals feel welcomed, respected, and supported. We value different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, and recognize that this diversity strengthens both our team and the service we provide to our clients.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process with appropriate accommodations where required.

Pay: $100,000.00-$170,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s)

• Do you have a CPA designation?

Work Location: In person