A place to grow with purpose, make a real impact, and thrive together. We are looking for an Audit & Accounting Manager to join our team - bring your ambition and shape what comes next. Be part of something bigger. Build with us today - Now. For tomorrow. At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one - because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity. We are looking for an Audit & Accounting Manager to join our team - a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference for our clients, our communities, and one another. Your role * Lead Audit Engagements - Manage and supervise all aspects of audit engagements for private company clients, from planning through completion, including clients operating in evolving, fast-paced industries. Collaborate with engagement teams to ensure efficient and effective execution * Compliance and Regulatory Review - Stay abreast of the latest accounting and auditing standards, regulations, and reporting requirements applicable to private companies. Interpret and apply these standards during audits to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting. * Risk Assessment and Audit Planning - Conduct thorough risk assessments for each private company engagement. Develop comprehensive audit plans that address key risk areas and comply with auditing guidelines. * Financial Statement Analysis - Analyze financial statements of private companies to assess their accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting principles. Identify and address potential errors, misstatements, or irregularities. * Team Management and Development - Lead and mentor audit teams, providing guidance, feedback, and support throughout the audit process. Foster a positive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. * Client Communication - Build strong relationships with key stakeholders of private company clients. Communicate 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. Review and sign off on audit documentation to verify accuracy and compliance. * WIP Management - Oversee the management of Work in Progress (WIP) for all audit engagements. Monitor and analyze WIP reports regularly to ensure timely completion of audit tasks and efficient resource allocation. * Budget Monitoring - Develop and manage budgets for private company audit engagements. Monitor 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 identify opportunities for efficiency gains and propose 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 private companies. * Confidentiality - Comply with all confidentiality policies of the firm and applicable regulatory authorities. What you bring to the table * Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA) * At least 1-2 years of management experience at a progressive public accounting firm, with significant emphasis on private company clients, from start-up to mature * Proven track record of successfully leading and managing audit engagements for private companies * Thorough ASPE knowledge and application of relevant professional standards, regulations and corporate governance requirements * Familiarity with and exposure to Canadian Tax * 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 What’s in it for you? * Career & Growth Opportunities * Clear career progression and advancement opportunities * Ongoing professional development, including paid courses, certification and membership dues * Compensation & Total Rewards * Competitive total compensation package including extended health care, dental and group life benefits * Annual bonus program * Matching RRSP plan * Family & Flexibility * Hybrid workdays * Parental leave top-up program to support growing families * Generous vacation (4 weeks annually) * Personal days * Health & Wellness * Health and wellness spending account * Convenient access to virtual healthcare, including online physician consultations when you need it * Work Environment & Perks * A collaborative, open-door culture with direct access to leadership * Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, coffee and seasonal treats * Smart casual dress code (client/day specific) * Regular team events and social activities throughout the year * Everyday Support * Monthly transit or parking reimbursement * Monthly reimbursement for your smart phone fees * Overtime meal & and parking reimbursements * Additional Incentives * Client referral, employee referral * Vehicle purchase incentives Where you’ll work: Vancouver, BC Job type: Permanent, Full-time Your schedule: Monday to Friday Salary range: $89,250.00 - $126,000.00 per annum Why Baker Tilly? Baker Tilly is fair and competitive when it comes to rewarding our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors and levels. Our total rewards philosophy is rooted in recognizing people's unique contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver. Along with a competitive base salary we offer comprehensive benefits and perks, performance bonuses and flexible hybrid work. For more information on our Total Rewards click here! When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you. We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting: Position Status: This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization. Use of Artificial Intelligence: For this role, we will not use AI-enabled tools to assist with recruitment. All decisions are made by a human recruiter. Ready to Apply? We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you directly via email. All virtual interviews will be conducted exclusively on Microsoft Teams. We will never request additional personal information such as bank details or other sensitive data. Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, parental status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other non-merit factors. Baker Tilly is dedicated to fostering, supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs. Baker Tilly WM LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Limited. All members of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative and Baker Tilly International Limited are separate and independent legal entities.

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