Team Lead-Audit & Assurance

Welch LLP•Ottawa, ON

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 senior managers and partners. You'll have the chance to lead a team in a fast-paced, supportive environment while managing a variety of client accounts, and expanding your expertise in a dynamic sector. This opportunity is part of our specialized Tech Team, which works closely with high-growth companies in the technology sector and entities with complex reporting requirements under ASPE, IFRS and US GAAP—including startups, scale-ups, venture/PE-backed businesses and small cap Canadian public companies. You’ll gain exposure to innovative clients navigating rapid expansion, complex funding structures, and evolving regulatory landscapes. 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.

Requirements

Completion of a University Degree is required.
A minimum of 3 years of public accounting experience is required.
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.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CA or equivalent designation obtained or near completion preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the accounting, assurance and tax service needs of a portfolio of private and public clients
Manage the engagement process from initial scheduling and planning through to client review and financial statement sign off.
Meet with clients regarding financial statements, other business matters and engagement issues.
Support of personal and corporate tax filings
Discuss proposed time budgets with partners and assign engagement budgets to staff.
Identify new business opportunities with new and existing clients.
Mentor a team of Accountants.
Ensuring reporting deadlines are monitored and reported against on a regular basis
Work directly with high-growth tech clients, providing strategic insights and scalable financial solutions
Identify new business opportunities with new and existing clients