Assurance Manager

Position Overview:
An Assurance Manager within a public accounting firm plays a critical role in leading and managing audit engagements for clients. They oversee the audit process, ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations, and provide guidance to the audit team. The Audit Manager maintains client relationships, ensures timely delivery of high-quality audit services, and contributes to the firm's growth and success.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage audit engagements, including planning, execution, and completion, while adhering to professional auditing standards and firm guidelines.
Review and evaluate clients' financial statements, internal controls, and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards and regulations (such as ASPE, IFRS, or other applicable frameworks).
Identify risks, areas for improvement, and potential issues, and develop appropriate audit strategies and procedures.
Provide guidance and mentorship to audit team members, reviewing their work, providing constructive feedback, and promoting their professional development.
Ensure effective communication with clients, understanding their needs and objectives, and delivering value-added insights and recommendations.
Manage client relationships, address inquiries, and identify opportunities to expand services, contributing to business development efforts.
Stay updated on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and emerging trends in the industry, and ensure their incorporation into audit processes.
Collaborate with partners and senior management to develop and implement audit methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Monitor engagement budgets, timelines, and resource allocation, ensuring efficient utilization and profitability.
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork, professionalism, and adherence to ethical and quality standards.

Qualifications and Requirements:

CPA required.
Extensive experience (typically 5+ years) in auditing within a public accounting firm, with progressively increasing responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulations (such as ASPE, IFRS, or other applicable frameworks).
Excellent understanding of audit methodologies, procedures, and best practices.
Proficiency in using audit software and tools.
Strong leadership and managerial skills, with experience in effectively leading and managing audit teams.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Business development acumen and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple engagements simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

About Minted Search Group:

We work with mid-sized and boutique law and accounting firms and private companies across Canada and the U.S. — the kinds of organizations doing top-tier work without the layers of a massive shop. We take a candidate-first approach: real conversations, full profiles, and honest advice about what might be a fit.