Audit Quality Risk Management Senior Manager

RSM; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Manager for the Office of Risk Management. The role involves overseeing compliance with audit standards, managing inspections, and collaborating with teams to enhance audit quality. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and CPA license with at least 8 years of relevant experience. A competitive benefits package is offered, along with a compensation range of $105,000 - $178,500.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Discretionary bonus based on performance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience.
• Knowledge of CAS, IFRS, and ASPE.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist and report to the Audit Quality and Risk Leader in Canada.
• Lead engagement level monitoring and internal monitoring programs.
• Coordinate inspection processes by regulatory bodies.
• Prepare and present updates on audit quality to management.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA license in good standing

Tools

CaseWare

IDEA

Data Snipper

Alteryx

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally. Our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are key to our inclusive culture, talent experience, and ability to serve our clients effectively. We offer an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally.

RSM is a global leader in professional services for the middle market. Our culture, talent, and client service are driven by our people, fostering an environment where you can succeed and grow.

The Office of Risk Management (ORM) supports the implementation of programs, policies, and practices to manage RSM Canada LLP's risks. Audit Quality & Risk Management (AQRM), within ORM, monitors the firm’s audit practices by overseeing activities such as the System of Quality Management (CSQM 1), facilitating regulator inspections (including CPA bodies and CPAB), conducting internal monitoring, and executing ad hoc projects. AQRM collaborates with the National Professional Standards Group (NPSG) to develop and monitor policies, tools, guidance, and training. Relocation is not required. The Senior Manager will also work with RSM US LLP on certain projects.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist and report to the Audit Quality and Risk Leader in Canada.
2. Lead and oversee the engagement level monitoring and internal monitoring programs to ensure compliance with organizational, global, and regulatory standards.
3. Manage monitoring related to the firm’s System of Quality Management (SOQM) and its implementation of CSQM1 / ISQM1, liaising between engagement monitoring and SOQM evaluation teams.
4. Coordinate the inspection process by regulatory bodies such as CPAB, PCAOB, CPA provincial bodies, and CIRO, including root cause analysis and remediation planning.
5. Support engagement teams during external inspections.
6. Collaborate with AQRM members to evaluate and improve the SOQM annually.
7. Lead root cause analyses of audit quality issues identified through various reviews and inspections.
8. Prepare and present updates on audit quality and regulatory matters to leadership and senior management.
9. Manage other assignments related to incident response, compliance, and quality initiatives.
10. Participate in quality initiatives, coaching, and professional education development.
11. Perform additional monitoring, quality initiatives, and ad hoc projects as directed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• CPA license in good standing
• Minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience
• Knowledge of CAS, IFRS, and ASPE
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• High attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with regulator inspections (CPAB, PCAOB, CPA provincial bodies)
• Familiarity with audit tools such as CaseWare, IDEA, Data Snipper, Alteryx
• Experience auditing internal controls in large professional services firms
• Leadership in supervising inspection results and team development

We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package, supporting your physical, emotional, financial, and community wellbeing. Learn more about our total rewards at our careers page.

Compensation Range: $105,000 - $178,500

Eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance.