External Audit Senior Associate - Global Mobility IT/LTA Opportunities (Bilingual FR/EN)
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 Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Take on a professional role as part of our client-facing teams Support the development of the audit approach and complete planning procedures Provide coaching and feedback to junior members of the engagement team Examine financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory, or plant and equipment, or watch certain processes and procedures being performed Ask a range of questions – from formal written questions to informal oral questions – with a range of individuals at our client organizations Test the client organization's internal controls Assess significant estimates, judgements or assumptions made by management Verify and test financial statements and supporting disclosures Perform completion procedures to support issuance of the audit report
Requirements
- Demonstrated progressive experience at the Senior Associate level working with a range of external audit clients in a professional services firm
- Qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent reciprocal/recognized designation
- A strong understanding of Canadian and United States auditing standards and/or PCAOB standards
- Thorough technical skills and experience regarding applicable accounting reporting and auditing standards
- Experience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materiality
- Previous experience in coaching and leading engagement teams
- Project management experience
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment.
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of IFRS and/or ASPE, US GAAP is considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Take on a professional role as part of our client-facing teams
- Support the development of the audit approach and complete planning procedures
- Provide coaching and feedback to junior members of the engagement team
- Examine financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory, or plant and equipment, or watch certain processes and procedures being performed
- Ask a range of questions – from formal written questions to informal oral questions – with a range of individuals at our client organizations
- Test the client organization's internal controls
- Assess significant estimates, judgements or assumptions made by management
- Verify and test financial statements and supporting disclosures
- Perform completion procedures to support issuance of the audit report
Benefits
- competitive compensation package
- inclusive benefits
- flexibility programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
