Manager, Assurance

BDO Canada; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellness initiative reimbursement

Diverse and inclusive workplace culture

Flexible work options

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Manager to join our Assurance team in Calgary. The successful candidate will oversee assurance and non-assurance engagements, develop client portfolios, and provide insightful financial services.

This role requires a professional designation and management experience in accounting. BDO offers a supportive culture with opportunities for professional growth and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of management experience in an accounting and/or assurance role.
• Bilingual is an asset.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review assurance and non-assurance engagements to ensure compliance with standards.
• Effectively plan, supervise, and execute assurance engagements.
• Develop a portfolio of new clients and business opportunities.

Skills

Management experience

Technical accounting skills

Bilingual (asset)

Knowledge of ASPE or ASNPO

Education

Professional designation (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA)

Job description

Overview

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award‑winning environment that fosters a people‑first culture with a high priority on personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our Calgary office is looking for a Manager to join the Assurance team and own the following responsibilities:

• Review assurance and non‑assurance engagements for private or NPO organizations to ensure that relevant professional standards and firm policies are followed
• Effectively plan, supervise and execute assurance and non‑assurance engagements
• Prepare financial statements, conduct due diligence, and provide services related to capital raising and tax for assurance and non‑assurance clients
• Develop a portfolio of new clients and business opportunities with existing clients on an ongoing basis
• Address client issues in a timely manner, following BDO policy and using strong technical and accounting skills
• Apply industry and business knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues relevant to the client’s business

Defining Success

• Demonstrate BDO’s core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect & Collaboration
• Understand client industry challenges and opportunities; be described as positive, professional, and delivering high‑quality work
• Identify, recommend, and focus on effective service delivery to clients
• Share in an inclusive & engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• Actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• Grow your expertise through learning & professional development

Experience & Education

• Professional designation required (CA, CMA, CGA or CPA)
• 1+ years of management experience in an accounting and/or assurance role
• Bilingual is an asset
• In‑depth experience in relation to ASPE or ASNPO files
• Ability to prioritize workloads and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Act as a leader in the firm, continually focusing on employee engagement

Benefits & Culture

BDO is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful through the following:

• Opportunities to shape the firm’s growth in Canada and be a key contributor
• Extensive learning and development opportunities across services, industries, and markets
• Support for achieving personal goals and making an impact in your community
• Competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards performance
• Flexible benefits from day one and a market‑leading personal time‑off policy
• Support for overall wellness beyond working hours with reimbursement for wellness initiatives
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture that respects and celebrates differences in race, religion, disability, age, marital status, family status, gender, and sexual orientation; accommodations are provided as needed
• Flexibility to work in the office, client sites, and virtually, with a blended approach designed to meet the needs of the firm, clients, and employees
• Adherence to a Code of Conduct that guides ethical decision‑making and maintains trust with clients and the public