Posted 5 months ago
Accounting & Assurance Manager
@ HW Partners
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
HW Partners is hiring a full-time Accounting & Assurance Manager to lead multiple assurance and non-assurance client engagements and coach staff. The role requires a CPA designation and at least four years in public practice, including one year in a leadership role. The posting lists extended December leave, four-day work weeks in July and August, flexible core hours and four weeks' starting vacation.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage multiple assurance and non-assurance engagements
- Lead pre-engagement planning and assign work
- Build and nurture client relationships
- Coach, mentor and develop staff
- Deliver presentations and training
Requirements summary:
- CPA designation or equivalent
- Minimum four years in public practice, one year in leadership
- Advanced knowledge of compilation, review and engagements
- Corporate and personal tax expertise
- Bilingual English and French is an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Management experience | 1+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Four-day work week, Flexible hours |
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HW Partners
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Accountants. Advisors. Allies.
Full company description
At HW Partners, we’re accountants, advisors, and people who help you navigate the financial needs and complexities of life and business. For over twenty years, we’ve built trusted relationships with Ottawa entrepreneurs, families, businesses, and non-profits, helping them manage, plan, grow, adjust, evolve, and thrive. Our close-knit team combines deep expertise in tax planning, accounting, and financial strategy with a warm, personal approach. We remain committed to the values that have guided us from day one—helping clients make financial decisions for today and tomorrow with understanding, confidence, and comfort.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,448
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 77
- Reported office locations
- 881 Lady Ellen Place, Suite 200, Ottawa, ON K1Z 5L3, CA
- Other recorded names
- HW Partners
- Specialties
- Accounting and Auditing
- Tax & Retirement and Estate Planning
- Business Advisory
- Personal Financial Planning
- Estate Planning
- HST
- and Bookkeeping
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
At HW Partners, we’re accountants, advisors, and people who help you navigate the financial needs and complexities of life and business. For over twenty years, we’ve built trusted relationships with Ottawa entrepreneurs, families, businesses, and non-profits, helping them manage, plan, grow, adjust, evolve, and thrive. Our close-knit team combines deep expertise in tax planning, accounting, and financial strategy…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Accounting |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, ON |
| Organization type | Partnership |
| Year founded | 2002 |
| Specialties | Accounting and AuditingTax & Retirement and Estate PlanningBusiness AdvisoryPersonal Financial PlanningEstate PlanningHSTand Bookkeeping |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 5 |
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Lead with HW Partners
Are you an experienced CPA looking to take your leadership to the next level? At HW Partners, we’re seeking a dynamic Manager to guide our talented team, deliver exceptional client service, and help shape the future of our growing firm.
Why Join HW Partners?
- Leadership Opportunity:
Manage multiple client engagements and play a key role in firm-wide initiatives. - Work-Life Balance:
Extended December leave, four-day work weeks in July and August, flexible core hours, and four weeks’ starting vacation. - Comprehensive Benefits:
Paid sick and personal time, group benefits (including dental and vision), insurance plan, and business casual dress code. - Professional Growth:
Dedicated time for professional development, mentorship, and participation in firm committees. - Vibrant Culture:
Active social committee, frequent staff events, and a collaborative, supportive environment.
Your Impact
As a Manager, you will:
- Oversee and manage multiple assurance and non-assurance engagements, ensuring quality and efficiency.
- Lead pre-engagement planning, scope and assign work, and maintain firm quality assurance standards.
- Apply technical expertise to provide insightful recommendations and solutions for clients.
- Build and nurture strong client relationships, identifying opportunities for added value and new business.
- Coach, mentor, and develop staff, fostering a culture of learning and high performance.
- Participate in firm management, policy development, and professional standards committees.
- Deliver presentations and training, sharing your expertise internally and externally.
- Contribute to recruitment and performance evaluations, helping select and grow top talent.
What You Bring:
- CPA designation (or equivalent).
- Minimum four years’ experience in public practice, with at least one year in a leadership role.
- Advanced knowledge of compilation, review, and engagements, as well as corporate and personal tax.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with superior organizational skills.
- Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Experience in client management, team leadership, and file documentation.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.
Ready to Lead?
If you’re passionate about public accounting, thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and are ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Please email your cover letter and CV to Krista MacDonald, Director of People & Talent.
HW Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please let us know.
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