Manager, Audit

McGovern Hurley LLP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 115,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

3 weeks vacation

Comprehensive benefits

On-site parking

Hybrid work model

Job summary

McGovern Hurley LLP is seeking a CPA with 4–6 years of public accounting experience to lead complex, end-to-end audit engagements for a diverse client portfolio. You will apply IFRS and CAS expertise, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with Partners to ensure high-quality audits.

The role is hybrid, based in Toronto, with two in-office days weekly, and opportunities for growth, client leadership, and engagement quality improvements.

Qualifications

• CPA in good standing with CPA Ontario and 4–6 years of public accounting.
• Proven track record leading complex audits from planning to completion.
• Strong IFRS and CAS expertise applied to complex engagements.
• Strong leadership, client relationship skills, and collaboration with Partners.
• Excellent organization, communication, and delivery, with adherence to budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end audit engagements across diverse client portfolios.
• Prepare board communications and management letters with clear analysis.
• Review workpapers and reports to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Mentor audit teams and coach junior staff through the engagement.
• Stay current with IFRS, CAS, and regulatory developments.

Skills

CPA designation

Public accounting experience

IFRS knowledge

CAS knowledge

Leadership

Mentoring coaching

Client relationships

Communication

Project management

Excel

Education

CPA designation (CPA Ontario)

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

Word

Audit software

Job description

Build Your Career Where It Matters.

For over 45 years, McGovern Hurley has been a leading mid-sized CPA firm, delivering tailored audit and assurance, tax advisory, reporting and compliance, and consulting services to publicly listed entities, private companies, and owner-managed businesses - locally, nationally, and globally.

For over 45 years, McGovern Hurley has been a leading mid-sized CPA firm, delivering tailored audit and assurance, tax advisory, reporting and compliance, and consulting services to publicly listed entities, private companies, and owner-managed businesses - locally, nationally, and globally.

Registered with Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) and Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we uphold the highest standards of quality, accountability, and technical excellence. We're proud to rank among Canada’s top 10 firms serving publicly listed entities, completing more than 140 public company audits each year.

Driven by integrity, curiosity, and collaboration, we empower our people to take ownership, accelerate their growth, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Note:

We operate in a hybrid model, with two in-office days per week at our North York office. Wednesdays serve as our Anchor Day for the Audit Assurance Group (AAG), creating dedicated time to collaborate, connect, and learn together.

About You

You are a CPA-designated audit professional with 4 - 6 years of public accounting experience, ready to lead complex, end-to‑end audit engagements across a diverse client portfolio. You bring strong IFRS and CAS expertise, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality assurance services, manage complex issues, and ensure excellence from planning through completion. Known for your leadership and client‑focused approach, you collaborate closely with Partners on risk-based strategies, build trusted client relationships, and deliver clear, insightful reporting. You are also passionate about developing others—coaching junior team members, strengthening team performance, and contributing to engagement quality, efficiency, and firm growth.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end audit engagements across a diverse client portfolio, including financial statements, disclosures, and other key deliverables.
• Deliver high-quality work and exceptional client service by proactively anticipating client needs and escalating issues when necessary.
• Collaborate with Engagement Partners to develop and execute a risk-based engagement approach and plan.
• Prepare key audit deliverables, such as board communications, deficiency letters, and management letters, using clear, insightful analysis of financial statements.
• Review workpapers, financial statements, and reports prepared by junior staff, ensuring audit quality, productivity, and adherence to budgets and timelines.
• Lead, mentor, and develop audit teams and junior auditors as part of McGovern Hurley's Coaching Program, providing guidance, feedback, learning, and growth.
• Stay abreast of evolving accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, driving technical excellence and compliance.
• Drive McGovern Hurley's growth through strong client relationship management and active participation in business development initiatives.

What You Bring

• 4 - 6 years of recent public accounting experience, with a CPA designation in good standing with CPA Ontario.
• Proven experience leading complex audit engagements from planning to completion, delivering high-quality audit and assurance services across a diverse client portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Canadian Auditing Standards (CAS), with experience applying them across complex engagements.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring, coaching, and growing collaborative, high-performing teams.
• Excellent organization and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and client expectations with confidence.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, Partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word, along with experience using audit technologies and digital tools.
• Demonstrated alignment with McGovern Hurley's values of collaboration, respect, accountability, integrity, and quality.

Why McGovern Hurley

At McGovern Hurley, our people are our greatest asset. As part of our dedicated and growing team, you can expect:

• Competitive salary ranging from$115,000 - $148,000, plus discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits after probationary period with 3 weeks’ paid vacation to start.
• Collaborative, high-performing culture that values excellence, growth, and recognition.
• Dynamic, tight-knit team environmentwhere work-life integration is a top priority.
• Structured coaching program, ownership, and challenging work to fuel your growth.
• Located in Parkway Place,offering vibrant professional hub with on-site facilities.
• Delicious food spots nearby with a short drive to Fairview Mall and Victoria Park Plaza.
• Easy transit and commuting access to south central North York with on-site parking.

McGovern Hurley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available at every stage, and we will work with you to meet your individual needs.

We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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