Senior Manager, National Assurance

BDO; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Manager for its National Assurance team. This hybrid position involves developing guidance and training for assurance professionals, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in assurance, be a designated CPA, and possess strong knowledge of Canadian Assurance Standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in assurance, including 2 years at Senior Manager level.
• Practical exposure in CSQM implementation or other audit quality initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of ASPE, ASNPO, IFRS, independence, risk, and tax.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain assurance publications and templates.
• Design and deliver training programs for staff and partners.
• Contribute to firm-wide quality initiatives and compliance support.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge in assurance

Experience in delivering training or presentations

Knowledge of Canadian Assurance Standards

Adaptability to change

Education

Designated CPA or equivalent international 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 with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join our National Assurance team. This hybrid role can be based in any of our Canadian office locations.

As a Senior Manager, you will play a crucial role in developing guidance, tools, and training to empower our assurance professionals to deliver efficient, high-quality engagements that adhere to professional standards and firm policies.

Key responsibilities :

Technical Guidance & Methodology Development

Develop and maintain internal and client‑facing assurance publications, templates, and methodology guidance.

Update national manuals, tools, and policies to support effective and efficient engagement execution.

Translate regulatory and standard‑setting changes into practical resources.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (e.g., Risk, Tax) to ensure guidance and methodology reflects the broader regulatory landscape and client environment.

Incorporate evolving technologies and tools that enhance assurance quality and efficiency.

Training & Knowledge Sharing

Design and deliver impactful training programs for partners and staff (live and virtual and on‑demand).

Develop FAQs, internal guides, and communications to support consistent and efficient application of standards.

Support the transition to new platforms and methodologies through training that embraces digital enablement and evolving assurance practices.

Technical Research & Consultation Support

Research Canadian and international assurance standards to inform updates.

Review consultations on assurance matters for private company engagements.

Quality & Compliance Support

Contribute to firm‑wide quality initiatives including CSQM implementation, and assurance quality enhancements.

Tool & Platform Enablement

Maintain and enhance assurance templates and tools to align withstandards and firm practices.

Champion the integration of innovative assurance technologies that align with our quality and methodology goals.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with senior leaders, partners and staff to align on deliverables and timelines.

Engage with Standard‑setting bodies in outreach initiatives and activities.

Prepare presentations and communications for internal and external stakeholders.

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 internal / external client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; internal / external 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 are a designated CPA (or hold an equivalent international designation) with strong technical knowledge in assurance and related services.

You bring 10+ years of progressive experience in assurance, including a minimum of 2 years at the Senior Manager level, with practical exposure in CSQM implementation or other audit quality initiatives.

You have strong knowledge of Canadian Assurance Standards (e.g., CAS, CSRE, CSQM, CSAE).

You have experience delivering training or presentations

You are comfortable working independently, managing deadlines, and handling multiple projects.

You bring working knowledge of intersecting areas such as ASPE, ASNPO, IFRS, independence, risk, and tax

You are adaptable and forward‑thinking, with a demonstrated ability to embrace change and leverage technology to improve assurance execution and training delivery.