Director, Inspections

2 months ago


Montreal, Canada Accoravillage Full time

Welcome to CPAB – Canada’s Public Company Audit Regulator

The Canadian Public Accountability Board oversees public accounting firms that audit reporting issuers. We promote audit quality through proactive regulation, robust audit assessments, dialogue with domestic and international stakeholders, and practicable insights that inform capital market participants and contribute to public confidence in the integrity of financial reporting.

We do important work, and we need remarkable people on our team

We are recruiting for a Director, Inspections to join our Team.

You have the following qualifications and competencies:

  • A minimum of 10 years progressive public company accounting and audit experience at a Big Four or other national accounting firm.
  • CPA designation is required.
  • In-depth technical knowledge of IFRS and Canadian Auditing Standards; US GAAP is also an asset.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to travel, approximately up to 6 weeks per year.

Who you are:

As an ambassador for CPAB and the accounting profession, you:

  • are passionate about auditing and conduct your work with the utmost integrity and professionalism.
  • think strategically and analytically in solving complex accounting or auditing issues.
  • are seen as a leader and an influencer; you can articulate your views and understand the point of view of others and build consensus; written and verbal communication is impactful.
  • are a strong team player, collaborating with and assisting others; you ask for help and consult when necessary.
  • possess strong time management and project management skills with the ability to manage competing demands.
  • are flexible and adaptive to change and are keen to share your ideas and thoughts on ways to improve.
  • are curious with a willingness to learn and embrace the future of audit and new industries and tools.
  • are self-motivated and thrive in and like to contribute to an intellectually stimulating environment.

What you will be doing:

As a member of a highly skilled team, the Director, Inspections role involves:

  • Conducting inspections of audit firms (both public company audit files and the Firm’s quality management systems) in accordance with CPAB’s inspection methodology. This will include discussions with the audit Firm’s engagement teams and members of the Firm’s leadership.
  • Maintaining control of assigned inspection work, including meeting deadlines and conducting the inspection in an efficient and effective manner.
  • Fostering professional, productive, and respectful working relationships with colleagues, the firms, and other external stakeholders, such that all interfaces reflect positively on CPAB and underscore the importance of the organization’s mission and advance the integrity of financial reporting.
  • Preparing high-quality written reports.
  • Participating in inspection projects aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of CPAB’s inspection processes.
  • Supporting stakeholder engagement and thought leadership initiatives.
  • Some travel throughout the year.

Sounds Right?

The future audit environment will require an agile and progressive regulator keenly focused on improving audit quality and investor protection. Your ability to grow professionally is encouraged by an environment and culture focusing on workplace flexibility, innovation, continuous learning, and engaging with professional leaders.

If you feel you have the right qualifications and would like to make a difference to the future of the accounting profession in Canada and globally, while taking your career to the next level, we want to hear from you.

We thank everyone for their interest in this position; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Canadian Public Accountability Board is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from BIPOC candidates and from people with disabilities; we provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process.

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