Manager, Professional Standards

Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative; Canada; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Canada is seeking a Manager, Professional Standards to support training and quality improvement initiatives. The role involves preparing technical publications, conducting quality reviews, and responding to technical queries. Ideal candidates are CPAs with at least 3 years of managerial experience in public accounting, strong communication skills, and knowledge of accounting standards.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Opportunities for training and support

Professional working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience at a manager level in a public accounting firm.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting (IFRS, ASPE, ASNPO) and assurance standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical publications on accounting and assurance standards.
• Assist with quality reviews of engagement files and financial statement technical reviews.
• Respond to technical queries from member firms.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Research

Project Management

Education

CPA

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

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• British Columbia
• Alberta
• Saskatchewan
• Manitoba
• Ontario
• Quebec
• Nunavut
• New Brunswick
• Nova Scotia

Baker Tilly Canada’s National office is seeking a driven and dynamic candidate to serve as Manager, Professional Standards, in the Professional Practice group. This is an ideal opportunity for a CPA with strong technical knowledge of accounting and assurance standards and a desire to support training and quality improvement initiatives.

About Baker Tilly Canada

Baker Tilly Canada is a network of independently owned and operated Canadian public accounting firms. With offices from coast-to-coast, we are one of Canada’s largest associations of chartered public accounting firms, providing audit, tax, accounting, transaction, and advisory solutions.

Why join the Baker Tilly Canada National team?

At Baker Tilly Canada, we believe in providing high quality, proactive service to Member Firms across the country. Our success depends upon attracting, developing, and retaining strong professionals and we are committed to providing a challenging and fulfilling careerwith opportunities for growth.

When you join our team, you can expect:

• A leadership team committed to your success
• Challenging and varied assignments
• Opportunities for training and support to ensure your development
• A professional and friendly working environment
• Flexibility in your schedule and location of work

Your primary responsibilities will include:

AsManager, Professional Standards, in the national professional practice group, you will report to the National Director of Professional Practice. Your primary focus will be supporting the national professional practice team in the following projects:

• Preparing various technical publications, such as updates on accounting and assurance standards and other relevant topics
• Preparation and delivery of content for various conferences, training sessions and webinars
• Assisting with quality reviews of engagement files and financial statement technical reviews
• Responding to technical queries from member firms by providing research and practical solutions to accounting and assurance issues
• Assisting with engagement templates development and maintenance, as needed
• Other learning and development and quality improvement initiatives, as needed

Please note: this position involves some travel within Canada.

A successful candidate will have:

• Minimum 3+ years of experience at a manager level in a public accounting firm
• In-depth knowledge of accounting (IFRS, ASPE, ASNPO) and assurance standards, knowledge of PSAS would be considered an asset
• Previous experience in leading teams and overseeing staff on multiple engagements, including carrying out engagement quality reviews and financial statement technical reviews
• Experience in a professional standards role preferred
• Interest in independently conducting research into complex accounting and assurance issues
• Ability to co-ordinate, execute and take ownership of multiple short and long-term projects
• Strong working knowledge of CaseWare
• Advanced written and verbal communication, presentation and relationship building skills
• Confidence and professionalism in liaising with senior members of our firms and network
• French is not required but would be considered an asset

Application Information:

We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, accommodations are available upon your request to meet your accessibility needs.