Manager - Core Audit - Ottawa

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Canada is seeking a Manager in their Core Audit practice. The ideal candidate will lead complex audit engagements across various industries while ensuring quality and timely delivery. Responsibilities include developing strong client relationships and applying advanced accounting concepts. Candidates must have a CPA designation, 5-7 years of audit experience, and excellent communication skills, ideally with bilingual capabilities. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within the firm.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Generous time off and vacation options

Exclusive learning programs

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in audit or assurance within a public accounting firm.
• Proven experience managing teams and complex engagements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders.
• Utilize technology and data analytics to enhance audit quality and efficiency.

Skills

Strong leadership and project management skills

Effective client relationship building

Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP

Proficient in audit tools and tech

Bilingual in French and English

Education

CPA designation or progress towards it

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

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The Opportunity

From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients rely on accurate financial statements and robust processes to guide their strategies. In today’s environment, interpreting and responding to complex data is critical — and they look to us for trusted advice and services. As a Manager in our Core Audit practice, you will leverage your professional skills and experience to lead complex audit engagements across diverse industries. This is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career in an assurance culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders.
• Oversee fieldwork, monitor engagement status, and manage team performance.
• Adapt audit approaches to evolving client environments and regulatory changes.
• Apply advanced accounting and auditing concepts to complex client situations.
• Coach and mentor team members, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and proposal preparation.
• Utilize technology and data analytics to enhance audit quality and efficiency.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Ability to build trusted client relationships and communicate effectively.
• Deep understanding of IFRS, US GAAP, and auditing standards.
• Commitment to developing people and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency in audit tools and emerging technologies.

To Qualify for the Role, You Must Have

• CPA designation (or progress toward completion).
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of experience in audit or assurance within a public accounting firm.
• Proven experience managing teams and complex engagements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingualism in French and English (for roles in bilingual regions).

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Experience with data analytics and ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Government of Canada Security Clearance is an asset.

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development.

What we offer

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm‑wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

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Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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