Senior Associate Auditor

A leading Canadian public accounting firm is seeking a Senior Audit Associate to join its assurance practice.

This role provides exposure to public company audits across diverse industries, opportunities to take ownership of engagements, and a clear path toward leadership.

About the Role

As a Senior Associate, Audit, you'll coordinate and execute audits of financial statements and related disclosures.

You'll act as an in-charge on engagements, supervise associates, and work closely with managers and partners to deliver high-quality results using a risk-based approach.

What You'll Do

Coordinate audits of financial statements, disclosures, and other client deliverables.
Serve as the in-charge on engagements, overseeing day-to-day audit activities.
Collaborate with managers and partners on audit strategy and execution.
Provide feedback on financial statements and prepare supporting deliverables, including board communications and management letters.
Supervise associates, monitor engagement progress, and ensure adherence to budgets and timelines.
Liaise directly with clients to maintain efficient information flow.
Identify and communicate significant accounting or auditing issues to senior team members.
Recommend performance improvement opportunities for team members.
Manage time effectively across multiple projects.

What You Bring

2.5–4 years of recent experience in public accounting.
CPA designation or successful completion of the CFE.
Solid understanding of IFRS and Canadian auditing standards.
Experience auditing public companies is an asset.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple engagements and work effectively with clients and teams.

Why Join


This role offers exposure to complex public company audits, strong mentorship, and a clear progression pathway within a collaborative, growth-oriented firm.

It's an ideal fit for experienced associates ready to step up or established seniors seeking challenging engagements.
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