Assurance Associate | $70,000–$85,000 | Toronto (Hybrid)
There is a curious problem with learning audit at a very large firm.
You can spend an extraordinary amount of time understanding a very small part of one very large company.
This Assurance Associate opportunity is with an established Toronto CPA firm where you’ll get a much broader view.
You’ll work across audit, review and other assurance engagements for a varied client base, gaining exposure to different businesses, industries and accounting issues while working closely with experienced Managers and Partners.
It’s the sort of environment where you can understand the whole engagement rather than simply your section of the file.
Why this role stands out:
- $70,000–$85,000 salary
- Hybrid working
- Toronto location
- Strong audit and assurance exposure
- Mix of audit and review engagements
- Privately owned business exposure
- Not-for-profit and charity clients
- Variety of industries
- Direct access to Managers and Partners
- Opportunity to work across engagements from planning through completion
- Client-facing experience
- CPA development and mentorship
- Clear progression toward Senior Accountant
What you’ll be doing:
- Assist with audit and review engagements from planning through completion
- Prepare working papers and supporting documentation
- Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures
- Assist with risk assessment and audit planning
- Prepare sections of financial statements and related disclosures
- Work with clients to obtain information and resolve outstanding items
- Assist with year-end adjusting entries and accounting issues
- Gain exposure to ASPE and accounting standards for not-for-profit organizations
- Work across clients in industries including construction, manufacturing, distribution, logistics, real estate, retail and professional services
- Support senior team members on more complex assurance matters
- Assist with compilation and accounting engagements where required
- Gain exposure to corporate tax and broader advisory work as your experience develops
- Build direct client relationships as you progress within the firm
What they’re looking for:
- 2+ years of Canadian CPA firm/public accounting experience
- Previous audit or review engagement experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
- CPA PEP student, CPA candidate or planning to pursue the CPA designation
- Understanding of Canadian accounting and assurance standards
- Exposure to ASPE
- ASNPO experience would be an asset
- Experience preparing working papers and financial statements
- Comfortable communicating directly with clients
- Strong attention to detail
- Someone looking to develop broad assurance experience rather than being confined to one type of client
- Applicants must have previous CPA firm/public accounting experience
If you’d like to know more about this position, just hit the apply button and I’ll be in touch.
If you’re only browsing the job boards and haven’t updated your resume yet, that’s not a problem. You can give me a call on 647 503 2624 or email me at [email protected].
Alternatively, you can search for Jamie Egglenton at Distinct North America on LinkedIn and send me a connection request or message there.
If you’ve reviewed this advert and are unsure whether to apply because you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still encourage you to apply. We support the CPA firms we partner with in building diverse, inclusive and equitable workplaces. Even if this role isn’t the perfect fit, there’s a good chance we’ll have another opportunity that is.
Ref: INDJAM
Pay: $70,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON (Toronto District)
