Accounting Team Lead - Audit & Assurance

Team Lead, Audit & Assurance

Location: Ottawa • Category: Full Time, Permanent • Job Type: Hybrid • Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000

Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP

Headquartered in Ottawa, with 12 offices between Gatineau and Toronto, the key to our success is continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace. With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies and small cap public companies listed in Canada.

We offer our employees invaluable prospects: possibility for growth and advancement; variety to explore different career paths with paid study leave and support for continued learning; opportunity to specialize and deepen skills through our APEX and management training programs; and flexibility of work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests with our Summer Friday program, 4 weeks of vacation and winter holiday closure.

Grounded in a values-led culture (care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.

While we are a hybrid focused company, Welch LLP still offers plenty of ways to connect and enjoy in-office workdays. From the popular snack cart, paid volunteer days to fun seasonal events like our summer picnic and tax party there is always something fun on the calendar!

National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a mid-market firm

Established in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally owned and operated firm in the Ottawa region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec, Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves. Welch ranks as one of the largest mid-market accounting firms in Canada and with strong growth prospects.

This posting is to fill an existing availability within the team.

About the Opportunity

Welch LLP is seeking a Team Lead. This role is perfect for someone with a desire to grow and is looking to gain diverse experience. You'll take on key responsibilities in assurance, accounting, tax, and advisory services, collaborating closely with your peers to help oversee engagements. You'll have the chance to further develop your leadership skills in a fast-paced, supportive environment while managing a variety of client accounts, and expanding your expertise in a dynamic sector.

This opportunity will be based out of our Ottawa office, with the expectation of in office work minimum 3 days per week.

This job posting is to fill an existing vacancy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Passion for client service with a proven track record of supporting client’s adherence to reporting timelines.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters.

• Strong knowledge of accounting and assurance principles.

• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and planned outcomes.

• Experience with assurance, accounting and tax software.

• Previous experience overseeing staff.

Qualifications

• Completion of a University Degree is required.
• CPA, CA or equivalent designation.
• A minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience is required.
  
• 2+ years of experience with Caseware and Taxprep.

• Passion for client service with a proven track record of supporting client’s adherence to reporting timelines.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and assurance principles.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and planned outcomes.
  
• Previous experience leading engagements and delegating tasks.

If you are interested in a great career opportunity with a growing, flexible and dynamic organization, apply today or reach out to learn more about our team and culture!

Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

There is no AI used in Welch's hiring process.