Senior Manager, Assurance Professional Standards - Technical Services

MNP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian accounting firm is seeking a Senior Manager for their Assurance Professional Standards - Technical Services team. The role involves delivering expert industry expertise, mentoring team members, and driving quality initiatives. Candidates must hold a CPA designation and possess 6–7 years of relevant IFRS public accounting experience. This position supports professional development and offers a rewarding compensation package, promoting a balanced lifestyle with various benefits.

Benefits

Generous base pay

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Firm-sponsored social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-7 years of relevant IFRS public accounting experience.
• Knowledge of various accounting standards considered an asset.
• Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert technical expertise on assurance and accounting matters.
• Drive firm quality initiatives and business strategies.
• Mentor team members towards professional growth.

Skills

CPA designation

IFRS public accounting experience (6 to 7 years)

People management skills

Relationship building skills

Strong strategic planning skills

Bilingual in French and English

Job description

Toronto, ON, Calgary, AB, Edmonton, AB, Ottawa, ON, Mississauga, ON, Winnipeg, MB, Saskatoon, SK, Brandon, MB, Dartmouth, NS, Montréal, QC, Laval, QC, Longueuil, QC, CAN

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Assurance Professional Standards - Technical Services team as a Senior Manager. This diverse team of professionals provides best-in‑class industry and technical expertise to internally drive the success of our Assurance and Accounting practice. As a trusted advisor, you’ll advise and assist team members on financial reporting matters and new accounting pronouncements, including interpreting and applying Canadian and international accounting standards.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid‑market business practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert industry and technical expertise on a variety of technical assurance and accounting matters
• Play an integral role in driving firm quality initiatives and support the development and maintenance of the firm’s accounting and auditing protocols
• Participate in the on‑going development of MNP’s extensive in‑house education programs; facilitate learning and development programs for assurance and accounting team members
• Research and respond to queries under IFRS, US GAAP and CAS
• Transfer knowledge attained through conferences and training sessions directly to team members, and to the development of tools and materials used in firm training
• Prepare and review high‑quality deliverables including written reports, management presentations, correspondence, and other technical work
• Work alongside managers and partners to address assurance and accounting standards issues and promote the importance of quality control in all client engagements
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning related to client and practice management
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• CPA designation
• 6 to 7 years of relevant IFRS public accounting experience
• Knowledge of Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE), Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS), Accounting Standards for Not‑For Profit Organizations (ASNPO) is considered an asset
• Extensive understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles
• Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills
• Strong strategic planning and conceptual thinking skills
• Written and verbal French and English language skills would be considered an asset, due to frequent collaboration with English‑speaking teams/clients across Canada and some client deliverables/regulatory reporting obligation are in English

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high‑potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!

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