External Audit Manager - Global Mobility IT/LTA Opportunities (Bilingual EN/FR)
About The Position
Canada offers a compelling environment for both personal and professional growth. Known for its diversity and openness, the country brings together people, perspectives, and industries from around the world. A strong and varied economy supports meaningful career opportunities across sectors, while its cities offer rich cultural experiences alongside access to nature—from coastlines and mountains to parks and open spaces. With flexibility in how and where people live and work, Canada appeals to those seeking a well‑rounded, opportunity-rich, and sustainable lifestyle. Our Global Mobility program supports eligible candidates through the transition, helping them focus on their role and long‑term success in Canada. We're currently recruiting for a range of long‑term opportunities in Canada, including permanent international transfers and long‑term secondments. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online to be considered for an international transfer, or to connect with their local Global Mobility team to discuss the secondment process and next steps. A career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well-known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information. 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
Requirements
- 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
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- competitive compensation package
- inclusive benefits
- flexibility programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
