External Audit Manager

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Job Description & Summary

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As an External Audit Manager , you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conducting research in order to have an in-depth understanding of a client’s industry and business 

• Meeting/interviewing the client to complete sections of assigned audit work 

• In cooperation with Management, set the audit approach to the engagement, which makes effective use of team members’ skills and is within budget for assigned component(s)

• Ensuring that all work is completed and documented in accordance with our prescribed standards 

• Developing the knowledge of junior team members through on the job coaching and sharing best practices on the completion of their sections 

• Managing interpersonal relations and building the morale of the team 

• Reviewing the work of junior staff 

• Demonstrating strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions to client/Manager

• Continuously communicating with the Manager and/ or Partner with respect to engagement progress – risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc

• Taking full ownership of external file completion 

• Analyzing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from plan

• Preparing and delivering performance evaluations on a timely basis to Associates

• Developing strong relationships with your clients to facilitate the completion of client work

• Identifying potential opportunities to provide additional services to your clients

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

• Considerable experience in a public accounting firm

• Qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent reciprocal/recognized designation

• Knowledge of Canadian GAAP and IFRS

• Understanding of Canadian or International audit standards

• Communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment

• Demonstrated ability to work in a multitasked, fast-paced and changing environment

• Well-developed leadership, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Commitment to providing excellent client service

• The successful candidate requires fluency in English, in addition to French as they will be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking clients, colleagues and/or stakeholders during the course of their employment with PwC Canada

• A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside and/or coaching diverse people and perspectives

• PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer. 

This newly created role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering distinctive value for our clients and stakeholders.   

The salary range for this position is $68,600 - $114,400. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements.  We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package. 

Why you’ll love PwC

We’reyou’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc 

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity. 

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