Manager, Audit & Assurance

TEEMA; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A mid-size CPA firm in Kelowna is looking for a Manager in Audit & Assurance. The role involves managing audit engagements, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality work. Ideal candidates should have a CPA designation with over 4 years of experience and strong project management skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Paid vacation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Extended health and dental benefits

Continuous hands-on mentoring

Paid volunteer programs

Qualifications

• 4+ years of assurance experience required.
• Sound knowledge of CPA Canada Handbook and tax compliance.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review audits, providing guidance to staff.
• Communicate client needs and industry developments.
• Mentor and coach junior staff to enhance their development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation

Tools

CaseWare/Caseview

TaxPrep

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Manager, Audit & Assurance. Location: Kelowna, British Columbia. Our client is a vibrant team of Chartered Professional Accountants with eight markets across Northern and Western Canada. They believe strong relationships are the cornerstone to success and strive to create innovative solutions for their clients. Our client is built on a foundation of diverse talent, delivering expert advice across a spectrum of industries and organizations. Our mid-size CPA firm client is excited to grow their team and is currently searching for a Manager in Audit & Assurance in Kelowna. Their firm is redefining what is means to work in the accounting industry. If you want flexibility, the opportunity to steer your own career, and to feel supported by your workplace community, join our Kelowna team. The successful candidate will report to the Assurance partners and will be a career-focused individual that is excited to join a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial firm.

What you will be doing

• Manage and review audit, review, and compilation engagements independently and effectively.
• Deliver complete product to the Partner on a timely basis.
• Demonstrate understanding of client\'s industry, marketplace, business trends and technical and industry developments, key performance drivers, and proven ability to communicate such to the client.
• Progress management of engagement teams based on audit plans, providing recommendations as required.
• Identifying and resolving accounting, audit, and tax issues.
• Successfully delegating to all levels of staff. Providing guidance and training for staff members to enhance their career development within the firm.
• Foster positive working relationships with client personnel and co-workers.
• Responsible for managing client relationships, winning new work and managing quality of work completed.
• Responsible for managing client portfolios.
• Mentor and coach other managers and junior staff.

What you must have

• CPA designation with 4+ years assurance experience.
• Sound knowledge of the CPA Canada Handbook, review procedures, and tax compliance.
• Prior experience in the industries our firm currently supports is considered an asset.
• Excellent project management, time management, and leadership skills.
• An innovative thinker, comfortable in a team and client-focused environment.
• Self-starter, able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal, technical, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Strong commitment to excellence and attention to detail.
• Problem solver with solid analytical skills.
• Experience in CaseWare/Caseview and TaxPrep is an asset.
• Experience in a paperless environment is considered an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines.

Salary/Rate Range

$80,000 - $100,000

Other Information

• Competitive compensation package
• Paid vacation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Extended health and dental benefits/or
• Help in developing your personal brand and practice
• Continuous hands-on mentoring
• A flexible & positive work environment
• Paid volunteer programs and volunteer opportunities

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com