IT Manager

Job title: IT Manager

Job description: IT Manager

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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.

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Baker Tilly WM is seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as an IT Manager to help lead our Information Technology department. The IT Manager will be responsible for overseeing the company’s IT operations, infrastructure, and team in the Toronto office, ensuring the efficient and secure functioning of our technology systems. This role is vital in supporting our business operations and helping us achieve our strategic objectives.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the reliability and availability of IT systems to support daily operations.
• Acting as technical support escalation to staff members.
• Working with IT Director to develop and manage the IT budget.
• Aligning IT strategies with the overall business objectives of the firm.
• Leading IT projects, ensuring that they are completed on time and within budget.
• Identifying and mitigating potential IT risks that could impact the firm’s operations.
• Evaluating and managing relationships with IT vendors.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Leading and motivating the IT team to achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Promoting adaptability and a positive attitude toward change.

A successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, or related field. Combination of education and work experience will be considered.
• Proven experience in IT management, with a minimum of 2-3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, systems, and cybersecurity.
• Proven understanding of Microsoft and related technologies, networking, and systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications are a plus.
• Ability to adapt to changing technology trends and business requirements.
• Experience in the Professional Practice industry will be an asset.

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

Location: Toronto, ON

Note: Baker Tilly WM LLP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, parental status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other non-merit factors. Baker Tilly WM LLP is dedicated to fostering, supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process. Please contact us at if you require accommodation. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs.

Baker Tilly WM LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Limited. All members of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative and Baker Tilly International Limited are separate and independent legal entities.

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