Senior Manager- Quality Network- Assurance

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Manager for their Audit Assurance team in Calgary, Alberta. The role involves supporting assurance professionals and enhancing audit strategy and quality management practices. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in assurance engagements, strong analytical skills, and a CPA designation. The firm offers competitive compensation, an inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional development in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Defined contribution pension plan

Vacation policy plus firm paid days

Learning opportunities for skill development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience on assurance engagements.
• Strong technical background in Global Audit Methodology.
• Strong research, organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and respond to audit methodology questions.
• Provide coaching to audit teams on various topics.
• Maintain knowledge by attending educational courses.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

CPA, CA designation

Job description

Senior Manager- Quality Network- Assurance

Other locations: Anywhere in Country

Requisition ID: 1614457

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The Canadian Quality Network is seeking an experienced Audit Assurance Senior Manager interested in a National Quality Network role. This role supports EY assurance professionals across the country in the performance of high‑quality audit engagements.

As part of our Quality Network team, you will support our EY Assurance group in helping bring hands‑on coaching to teams to support them through audit strategy and issue resolution on a variety of topics. This role also includes active participation in several key elements of the firm’s system of quality management (SQM) and opportunities such as teaching the practice and involvement in internal and external inspections.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Research and respond to audit methodology questions from all professional staff regarding assurance‑related matters
• Provide hands‑on formal and informal coaching to a variety of audit teams on various audit‑related topics
• Keep up‑to‑date by reading associated literature and attending appropriate educational courses for skill development
• Interact with members of EY Professional Practice to promote knowledge sharing

Skills and attributes for success:

• A self‑starter with strong organizational and project management skills and a very high attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• Analytical and conceptual thinking abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Proactive and anticipatory in approach and style
• Ability to interact with confidence with partners and senior leadership across the country within the firm
• Strong work ethics with a developed sense of urgency
• Ability to work independently and autonomously with little direction and guidance
• Experience in facilitating internal training courses and/or external presentations

To qualify the individual must have:

• A minimum of 8 years experience on assurance engagements with experience in a variety of sizes, complexities and industries
• Strong technical background in Global Audit Methodology
• Strong research, organizational and project management skills
• Completion of the CPA, CA designation
• High performance rating in Quality

Ideally they should also have:

• Strong PCAOB and ICFR experience

What we look for

This role is a rotational opportunity (18‑24 month)

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high‑performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well‑being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

The salary range for this job in British Columbia is $95,000 to $180,000. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.

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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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