Lyons Talent Consulting Looking for Senior Accounting Manager – Media, Film and Television at Toronto, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Company Name:

Baker Tilly WM

Location:

Toronto, ON

Company Description:

If you are looking to progress your career, look no further than Baker Tilly WM.

Baker Tilly WM LLP is a leading midsize accounting and advisory firm based in Vancouver and Toronto. We provide value-added audit, tax and advisory solutions that support local businesses. We offer a full complement of professional services across every major industry sector, serving a broad range of clients, including large, publicly traded companies, emerging businesses, and owner-managed businesses.

Outside our two offices, we also draw on the specialty services provided by partners from across the Baker Tilly Canada network and also globally through our affiliation with Baker Tilly International.

At Baker Tilly WM, we foster a meaningful career and the opportunity to influence tomorrow for your clients, your profession and your community. Our professionals are encouraged to Be True to their values and ambitions, alongside our shared commitment to building great relationships, great conversations and great futures.

For an inside look of what Baker Tilly WM LLP is all about, follow our Instagram account @BakerTillyWM!

Baker Tilly WM is seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as a Senior Manager for the Media, Film, and Television accounting practice in our Toronto office. The Senior Manager will play a critical role in providing specialized financial and accounting services to clients in the entertainment industry, ensuring their back-office needs are met and that they can take full advantage of growth opportunities in the rapidly evolving digital era.

About the Position

Baker Tilly is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager – Media, Film and Television to join their firm:

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Manage client engagements, providing specialized financial and accounting assurance and consulting services to clients in the media, film, and television industries.
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work while proactively anticipating and resolving client issues in a timely manner.
• Serve as a key communicator between partners and clients, effectively conveying important information and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Act as a critical link between partners and junior staff, facilitating smooth communication and collaboration within the team.
• Identify and generate new business opportunities by promoting the firm’s expertise and services in the media, film, and television sectors, as well as developing innovative ideas and solutions to address client needs.
• Provide effective leadership and guidance to the accounting staff in the Media, Film, and Television Accounting Practice, offering daily support, coaching, and fostering their professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all confidentiality policies of the firm and relevant regulatory authorities, maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and ethics in all client interactions and engagements.

A successful candidate will have:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA)
• At least 1-2 years of management experience at a progressive public accounting firm.
• Knowledge of production financing, tax credits, and industry-specific accounting practices is an asset.
• Proven track record of providing advisory services to clients in the entertainment sector is an asset.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team effectively.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities to build and maintain client relationships.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Adaptability and agility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing industry.
• Advanced computer knowledge including CaseWare, Tax prep or Profile and Excel

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive total compensation package including extended health care, dental, and group life insurance benefits
• Annual management bonus program
• Health and Wellness Spending Account
• Vacation (4 weeks/year)
• Continuing Professional Development courses are provided to maintain your designation as well as numerous informal training and development opportunities. The Firm will also reimburse you for approved professional development fees and membership dues.
• An open-door culture promoting interaction with all staff levels, including partners.
• A fully stocked kitchen with breakfast foods, healthy snacks, and treats during tax season, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year.
• Overtime meal reimbursements
• Monthly reimbursement towards parking or transit subsidy
• Monthly reimbursement for your smart phone fees
• A smart casual dress code (client/day specific)
• Client referral, employee referral, and vehicle purchase incentives
• Many entertaining social events throughout the year