Manager - Audit & Assurance

As our Audit and Assurance Group continues to expand, we are currently seeking an Audit & Assurance Manager to complement its existing talented team. Responsibilities     The qualifying candidates will perform the following: Responsible for the completion of audits, compliance tax engagements, budgeting, internal controls, financial and accounting transactions; Ability to effectively manage more complex or new mandates; Execute transactions through the provision of client services including planning, budgeting, scheduling and coordinating engagements; Coordinate planning meetings prior to commencement of the mandate to discuss roles and responsibilities, time budgets, risk areas, materiality and deadlines; Ensure quality control by reviewing work completed by other staff members for accuracy and completeness; Recognize audit/review related issues and have knowledge of applicable professional standards and resolve issues accordingly; Maintain continuous communications with clients throughout the year as well as coordinate and schedule interim and year end assurance work with clients; Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and use of the CPA Handbook, tax literature and other references in the problem resolution process; Review complex personal and corporate tax returns; Support partner in completing special mandates (cash flows, reorgs, due diligence, etc.); Develop, coach, and train team members towards professional and personal development; Conduct formal, written annual performance reviews; Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with colleagues within and outside the team; Work with others in a respectful and professional manner which contributes to the firm’s core values and achievement of its goals. Qualifications CPA auditor designation; A minimum of 6-years work experience in a firm; Bilingual (French and English); Strong technical skills; Sense of organization and priorities; Ability to multi-task; Team work oriented; Strong communication skills; Good judgment; Good knowledge of Excel/Caseware/Caseview/Taxprep.