Senior Manager, Assurance

BDO; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits from day one

Flexible personal time off

Job summary

BDO Winnipeg is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Assurance team. You will manage audit projects for private and nonprofit clients, oversee year-end engagements, and ensure high-quality working papers.

You will build strong client relationships, contribute to business development, and mentor staff, all while upholding our values of integrity, respect, and collaboration. You have a CPA designation and at least five years of audit experience, with in-depth ASPE/ASNPO knowledge, and you excel in

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required.
• At least 5 years of audit experience in public accounting.
• Experience with ASPE or ASNPO files is essential.
• Strong teamwork, client service, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of audit projects for Private or NPO organizations.
• Efficiently prepare year-end audit engagements for clients in various industries.
• Perform audits and prepare working papers per regulatory standards.
• Build positive relationships with clients and respond to requests and questions.
• Participate in business development and identify opportunities with existing clients.
• Communicate progress and issues with team members; mentor staff.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Client service

Education

CPA designation

Job description

Putting people first, every day BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our Winnipeg office is looking for a Senior Manager to join the Assurance team and own the following responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of audit projects for Private or NPO organizations
• Efficiently prepare year-end audit engagements for your clients in a variety of industries.
• Perform audits on a variety of clients, prepare working papers per regulatory standards.
• Build positive working relationships with clients and effectively respond to request and suggestions.
• Participate in business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities with existing clients.
• Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis.
• Engage in training staff and invest in the professional development of your team.

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

• You have completed your CPA designation
• You have at least 5 years of audit experience in the public accounting industry
• In depth experience in relation to ASPE or ASNPO files
• You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work
• You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways: We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada. We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development. We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm Giving back adds up: Where company meets community.

Total rewards that matter

• We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution.
• We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy.
• We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts

• We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers.
• We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone.
• We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together.

Flexibility

All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct

Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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Nous considérons qu'il est essentiel que nos gens puissent réaliser leur potentiel, nourrir leur passion et renforcer leur avantage concurrentiel. Qu'il s'agisse de notre vaste clientèle ou de notre bassin de talents en pleine croissance, nos gens sont au cœur des activités de BDO. Notre expérience talent primée continue de faire notre fierté. L’ouverture et la collaboration définissent notre culture. Nous favorisons l’inclusion et célébrons la diversité de tous nos collaborateurs. Nous prônons le respect de chacun, le maintien de l’intégrité et la possibilité d’être pleinement soi-même.