Manager, Assurance Professional Standards - Technical Services

MNP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national accounting firm is seeking a Manager for their Assurance Professional Standards team. The role involves delivering expert guidance on accounting matters, mentoring team members, and driving quality initiatives. A CPA designation and relevant experience are required, along with strong communication skills in English and French.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Paid personal days

Group pension plan with matching

Professional development assistance

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Qualifications

• Completion of a CPA designation.
• Written and verbal English and French language skills.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant public accounting experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert industry and technical expertise on assurance and accounting matters.
• Drive firm quality initiatives and maintain accounting protocols.
• Facilitate learning and development programs for team members.

Skills

CPA designation

Written and verbal English and French

Public accounting experience (3 to 5 years)

Knowledge of PSAS/ASNPO/US GAAP

People management and leadership skills

Strategic planning skills

Education

CPA designation

Job description

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Job Details

Description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Assurance Professional Standards - Technical Services team as a Manager. This diverse team of professionals provides best‑in‑class industry and technical expertise to internally drive the success of our Assurance and Accounting practice. As a trusted advisor, you’ll advise and assist team members on Canadian securities legislation matters and disclosure obligations.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid‑market business practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert industry and technical expertise on a variety of technical assurance and accounting matters
• Play an integral role in driving firm quality initiatives and support the development and maintenance of the firm’s accounting and auditing protocols
• Participate in the on‑going development of MNP’s extensive in‑house education programs; facilitate learning and development programs for assurance and accounting team members
• Research and respond to queries under ASPE, IFRS, and CAS
• Transfer knowledge attained through conferences and training sessions directly to team members, and in the development of tools and materials to be used in firm training
• Prepare and review high‑quality deliverables including written reports, management presentations, correspondence, and other technical work
• Work alongside managers and partners to address assurance and accounting standards issues and promote the importance of quality control in all client engagements
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning related to client and practice management
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• Completion of a CPA designation
• Written and verbal English and French language skills
• 3 to 5 years of relevant public accounting experience
• Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS), Accounting Standards for Not‑For‑Profit Organizations (ASNPO), US GAAP standards is considered an asset
• Extensive understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles
• Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills
• Strong strategic planning and conceptual thinking skills

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high‑potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.