About Us:
HFK McRae & Wilson LLP (HFKMW LLP) is a full-service, mid-market public accounting firm based in Waterloo and recognized as one of the largest regional accounting firms in Southwestern Ontario. Led by six partners and supported by a team of dedicated professionals, we are committed to delivering exceptional client service through integrity, accountability, and strong relationship-building.
Our core client base includes owner-managed, family-owned, and entrepreneurial businesses throughout the Waterloo Region and surrounding communities. We provide a comprehensive range of accounting, audit, tax, advisory, valuation, transaction, and financial planning services, helping clients navigate important business and financial decisions with confidence.
Combining the personalized culture of a local firm with the expertise and experience of a larger national practice, HFKMW LLP takes an innovative, client-first approach to supporting the growth and success of our clients—and the development of our team members.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to join our growing public accounting practice in a senior-level capacity. This role is designed for an individual who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and can confidently navigate a broad range of accounting, tax, advisory, and client service responsibilities.
This opportunity offers exposure to a broad range of accounting and business challenges, and requires someone who can operate independently, contribute strategic thinking, and provide practical solutions. The successful candidate will function similarly to a Senior Manager within a larger public accounting firm, while enjoying the flexibility and agility of a smaller team environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and execute a combination of accounting, tax, and advisory engagements
- Prepare and review financial statements and review engagement files
- Complete and oversee corporate and personal tax compliance work
- Assist with mergers, acquisitions, and due diligence engagements
- Participate in client meetings and support ongoing client communications
- Document meeting discussions and coordinate follow-up action items
- Review work completed by team members and provide constructive feedback
- Identify issues, recommend solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate closely with primary Partner and colleagues on a wide range of projects and client matters
- Contribute wherever needed to support business objectives and client success
Qualifications:
- CPA, or equivalent, designation is required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
- Minimum five years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting at a senior level
- Demonstrated leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Strong technical accounting and tax knowledge, as well as file review and analytical capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment
- Effective problem-solving skills with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset
- Comfortable sharing ideas, recommendations, and observations with leadership and team members
- Ability to manage diverse responsibilities rather than focusing on a single specialty area
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Professional, dependable, and able to integrate quickly into an established team environment
Preferred Experience:
- Experience using Caseware and TaxPrep
- Exposure to financial statement preparation and review engagements
- Experience with corporate and personal taxation
- Involvement in transaction advisory, due diligence, or M&A-related projects
- Experience in a firm environment similar to a Canadian public accounting practice
Work Environment:
- Flexible remote position with workload-driven scheduling
- Requires a high degree of self-management and accountability
- Comfortable participating in meetings, managing follow-up tasks, and working with minimal supervision
- Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where priorities may evolve
Additional Assets:
- Strong initiative and willingness to take ownership of projects
- Experience operating at a Senior Manager level or similar leadership capacity
- Background in file review, quality control, or broader firm operations
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and make sound decisions with limited direction
- Confidence challenging assumptions and offering thoughtful recommendations
Pay: $85,000.00-$120,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Waterloo, ON N2K 3S2
