Assurance Manager – Audit Manager

Role Overview

• Oversee multiple engagements and resolve all legal, regulatory, and accounting issues that arise during the audit engagement.
• Supervise and manage services to our clients, which include preparation of audit strategy and business plans, setting engagement budgets, scheduling audits, selecting staff and assigning workloads, and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain client relationships, driving client satisfaction.
• Research, understand and apply complex accounting concepts and auditing procedures.
• Develop, motivate and mentor staff by providing training, regular feedback and career guidance while fostering a team environment.
• Draft and assist in the delivery of proposals for engagements by knowing the range of firm services.
• Champion sustainable workplace practices by supporting remote-first operations, promoting paperless workflows through digital collaboration tools, participating in recycling initiatives to minimize paper use, and consistently demonstrate alignment with BPM’s values.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of U.S. accounting standards (GAAP), regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements.
• Manage complex engagements involving multi-jurisdictional financial reporting, U.S. tax law, and international business practices.
• Advise clients on U.S. specific regulatory changes, risk management, and industry best practices, ensuring compliance across diverse markets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address the unique challenges of servicing U.S.-based clients, including higher volume, complexity, and risk exposure.

Requirements

• Licensed CPA, or in the process of obtaining the CPA.
• BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in public accounting in a variety of industries including Technology, Life Sciences, Consumer Products, Financial services, or Non-Profits; SEC experience preferred.
• Experience auditing complex accounts like inventory, revenue, equity / stock options, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership/supervisor experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong desire to continuously learn.
• Competently analyzes and prioritizes information to make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to synthesize all forms of research into clear, thoughtful, actionable deliverables.
• Understands client needs, identifies root causes of problems, and implements pragmatic solutions.
• U.S. accounting credentials may be required.

Benefits

• Total rewards package: from flexible work arrangements to competitive benefits coverage for you and your dependents, prioritizing your health and well-being.
• Well-being resources: interactive wellness platform and incentives, an employee assistance program and mental health resources, and Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) that provide safe spaces for colleagues to share, be heard, feel valued and deepen connections.
• Balance & flexibility: A minimum of 14 Firm Holidays including applicable provincial statutory holidays and 2 floating days, Flex PTO, supplemental top-up program for eligible statutory leaves, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options, so you can balance challenging yourself with taking care of yourself.
• Professional development opportunities: A learning culture with CPA exam resources and bonuses, firm support for professional memberships/certification, a coach program, and live classes, workshops, and seminars through BPM University.