Public Company Audit Specialist

2 weeks ago

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Baker Tilly Full time

Baker Tilly WM LLP, a leading midsize accounting and advisory firm based in Toronto, offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to excel as an Audit Manager - Public Company Specialist.

As a key member of our audit team, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the audit engagements of our public company clients. Your expertise in public company audits will be instrumental in maintaining our firm's reputation for delivering high-quality audit services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead Audit Engagements: Manage and supervise all aspects of audit engagements for public company clients from planning to completion, ensuring efficient and effective audit execution.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Review: Stay abreast of the latest accounting and auditing standards, regulations, and reporting requirements applicable to public companies, interpreting and applying these standards during audits to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting.
  • Risk Assessment and Audit Planning: Conduct thorough risk assessments for each public company engagement, developing comprehensive audit plans that address key risk areas and comply with auditing guidelines.
  • Financial Statement Analysis: Analyze financial statements of public companies to assess their accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting principles, identifying and addressing potential errors, misstatements, or irregularities.
  • Team Management and Development: Lead and mentor audit teams, providing guidance, feedback, and support throughout the audit process, fostering a positive work environment that encourages professional growth and development.
  • Client Communication: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders of public company clients, communicating audit findings, insights, and recommendations clearly and effectively, ensuring open dialogue and addressing any client concerns promptly.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure all audit engagements adhere to the firm's quality control standards, best practices, and ethical guidelines, reviewing and signing off on audit documentation to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • WIP Management: Oversee the management of Work in Progress (WIP) for all audit engagements, monitoring and analyzing WIP reports regularly to ensure timely completion of audit tasks and efficient resource allocation.
  • Budget Monitoring: Develop and manage budgets for public company audit engagements, monitoring actual versus budgeted expenses and resource utilization, proactively addressing any budget variances and making adjustments to maintain profitability.
  • Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the enhancement of the firm's audit methodologies, tools, and processes, proactively identifying opportunities for efficiency gains and proposing innovative ideas to improve audit services.
  • Professional Development: Stay updated on emerging trends and developments in auditing practices, relevant accounting pronouncements, and industry-specific issues related to public companies.
Requirements
  • Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA)
  • At least 1-2 years of management experience at a progressive public accounting firm, with significant emphasis on public company clients, from start-up to mature
  • Proven track record of successfully leading and managing audit engagements for public companies
  • Thorough IFRS knowledge and application of relevant professional standards, regulations, and corporate governance requirements
  • The ability to provide value-added service to our clients
  • Strong understanding of a client-focused environment, including related deadlines and the ability to work to meet those deadlines
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills
  • Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Advanced computer knowledge including Caseware, Taxprep, or Profile and Excel
Benefits
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Competitive total compensation package, including extended health care, dental, and group life insurance benefits
  • Annual management bonus program
  • Vacation (4 weeks/year)
  • Health and Wellness Spending Account
  • Continuing Professional Development courses are provided to maintain your designation as well as numerous informal training and development opportunities
  • The Firm will also reimburse you for approved professional development fees and membership dues
  • An open-door culture promoting interaction with all staff levels, including partners
  • A fully-stocked kitchen with breakfast foods, healthy snacks, and treats during tax season, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year
  • Overtime meal reimbursements

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