Audit and Assurance Manager

Baker Tilly Canada; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

4 weeks paid vacation

Benefits package including health/dent

RRSP matching

Professional development and training

Job summary

Baker Tilly Canada is seeking an Audit and Assurance Manager to lead and execute a variety of audit and review engagements in our Cobourg area offices. You will manage engagement planning, execution, and finalization, while ensuring adherence to professional standards and timelines.

You will mentor staff, develop client relationships, and contribute to firm-wide initiatives. This role offers flexible working arrangements and a strong path for professional growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• CPA or CA designation with at least 5 years of public accounting experience.
• Experience with owner-managed businesses and private enterprises.
• Minimum of 2 years in a progressive management role with a CPA firm.
• Proven leadership, client service, and collaboration skills.
• Strong technical and analytical skills with professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, execution, and completion of audit and review engagements.
• Manage engagement planning, execution, and finalization per standards.
• Oversee project financials including budgets, WIP and billing.
• Mentor and train team; provide guidance on standards and BT KDN methodology.
• Communicate progress and deadlines with clients and Partners.
• Identify client service opportunities and cross-team collaboration.

Skills

CPA/CA designation

Public accounting

Leadership

Client service

Communication

Problem solving

Education

CPA/CA designation

Tools

CaseWare

Tax Prep

QuickBooks

MS Office

Job description

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow.
At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.
We are looking for an Audit and Assurance Manager to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.
“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your role:

• Collaborate with Partners and the Assurance & Advisory team to assist in planning, execution, and completion of a wide range of Audit and Review engagements, working both independently and as part of a team.
• Manage the engagement process including planning, execution, and finalization in accordance with applicable Standards, including continuous communication with the team and clients regarding deadlines and deliverables
• Manage project financials, including budgets, WIP, and timely billing.
• Support, mentor, and train a team of professionals during field assignments while actively managing the engagement progress, which includes occasional preparation of files where additional assistance is required. Guide the team on accounting and auditing standards as well as BT KDN specific methodology. Proactive project management with strong communication of expectations to the team as well as and ongoing status updates with Partners and clients is important
• Analyze financial information and operational performance for adherence to applicable accounting standards
• Assess risk, controls, and accounting processes to offer clients solutions and recommendations
• Review personal, corporate, non-profit and charitable organizations tax returns
• Compile and review financial statements and related note disclosures to ensure in accordance with applicable financial reporting frameworks
• Provide personal and attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships
• Add value by identifying client service opportunities, including cross-team collaboration
• Coach, mentor, and develop assigned employees for high performance and professional growth
• Share your technical or human skills with the broader Assurance team by developing and facilitating ongoing training opportunities
• Engage with all levels of our team while working to bring our strategy to life and participate in firm wide events that foster our amazing workplace culture
• Generate new business opportunities by promoting the firm’s expertise and services, as well as developing ideas and solutions.

What you bring to the table:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA) with at least 5 years’ public accounting experience
• Experienced in owner-managed businesses and private enterprises
• Minimum of 2 years in a progressive management role with a CPA firm
• Proven leadership skills in a collaborative environment
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and client service skills
• Proven track record of planning and executing effective and efficient Audit engagements on time and budget
• Strong technical and analytical skills matched with problem-solving skills and professional judgement to help you find optimal solutions in an efficient manner
• Curiosity and an eye for detail that allows you to view challenges from multiple perspectives and enhance clients’ knowledge along the way
• A passion for learning and developing self and team members to the next level
• Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of MS office, CaseWare, Tax Prep, QuickBooks.

What's in it for you?

• Flexible working arrangements once training is complete
• Flex time and banked overtime program (say hello to summer Fridays off)
• 4 weeks paid vacation to start moving to 5 weeks at 5 years
• Employer paid benefits package including comprehensive health and dental starting from day one
• Family Benefits - parental leave top-up program for new parents
• Enhanced mental health benefits
• Wellness subsidy
• RRSP matching program
• Client referral, employee referral bonus program
• A leadership team committed to your success
• Challenging and varied assignments
• Ongoing training and support for professional development
• Team building adventures (we've thrown axes, taken a river cruise and rooted for the Jays in the Dome - just to name a few)
• A professional, fun and friendly working environment

Where you'll work:

We are currently hiring for our offices in Cobourg, Lindsay & Peterborough, Ontario.

Job Type:

Permanent, Full-time

Salary range:

$91,000 - $130,000 a year

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:

Position Status: Existing Vacancy

We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.

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