At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a dynamic team while managing diverse client engagements.
- Company: Join Baker Tilly, a forward-thinking advisory firm that values your growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive rewards, wellness perks, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Participate in fun social events and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment focused on building better futures.
- Qualifications: CPA designation and 4+ years of assurance experience required.
The predicted salary is between 81275 - 99336 $ per year.
Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow. At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. We are looking for a Private Enterprise Manager to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.
Your role:
- Collaborate with Partners and the Assurance team to assist in planning, execution, and completion of a wide range of Review, Compilation, White Paper, and Tax engagements (T1, T2, T3, T4, T5).
- Support, mentor, and train a team of professionals during field assignments while actively managing the engagement progress, which includes occasional preparation of files where additional assistance is required.
- Proactive project management with strong communication of expectations to the team as well as ongoing status updates with Partners and clients.
- Analyze financial information, accounting processes, and operations procedures.
- Review account reconciliations and adjusting entries.
- Review personal and corporate tax returns.
- Review financial statements and related note disclosures using applicable financial reporting standards (primarily ASPE).
- Consult with clients regarding various business and tax planning needs.
- Provide personal and attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships.
- Add value by identifying client service opportunities, including cross-team collaboration.
- Coach, mentor, and develop assigned coachees for high performance and professional growth.
- Share your technical or human skills with the broader Assurance team by developing and facilitating ongoing training opportunities.
- Engage with all levels of our team while working to bring our strategy to life and participate in firm-wide events that foster our amazing workplace culture.
What you bring to the table:
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting or equivalent field.
- CPA designation required.
- Minimum of 4+ years of total experience in Assurance within a professional services firm working with private enterprises of different complexity levels.
- Demonstrated success providing top-notch client service.
- Strong technical and analytical skills matched with problem-solving skills and professional judgement.
- Curiosity and an eye for detail that allows you to view challenges from multiple perspectives.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Self-motivation with an ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Experience with Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, Quickbooks Online, and Sage Accounting is an asset.
- Technological strength with MS Office 365, especially in Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of Investment Holding Companies considered an asset.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive total rewards package, including salary and incentive program.
- Robust benefits plan (health, dental, life, dependent life, AD&D, STD, LTD, etc.).
- Fantastic perks: RRSP matching, generous paid time off package, wellness allowance, cell phone allowance, complimentary on-site gym, free parking, dress for your day.
- Growth-focused coaching, mentoring, feedback, and growth plan reviews.
- Learning and professional development opportunities as well as paid professional dues.
- Work-life integration (professional flexibility, remote opportunities, compressed work weeks, Employee Family Assistance Program, etc.).
- Fun at work year-round with firm-sponsored social events, yoga, lunch and learns, registered massage therapy visits, espresso happy hours, free snacks and meals, teambuilding events, therapy dog visit, off-site Staff Day.
Where you’ll work: Dartmouth, NS
Job type: Permanent, Full-time
Your schedule: Monday to Friday
When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Private Enterprise Manager employer: Baker Tilly Canada
Baker Tilly is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, where your expertise as a Senior Tax Manager will be valued and impactful. With opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and training, you will not only enhance your skills but also contribute to the development of future leaders in the field. Located in Dartmouth, NS, or offering remote flexibility from Ontario, Baker Tilly provides a supportive environment that prioritizes employee well-being and client success.
