Assurance Manager, Financial Services

Responsibilities
Deliver timely and high-quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations, including the coordination of audits for complex financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the client's business and needs, positioning oneself as an industry specialist to address specific client requirements effectively.
Train and supervise Audit Associates on engagement teams, functioning as the in-charge individual who facilitates fieldwork by monitoring productivity and ensuring adherence to work plan schedules for each assignment.
Anticipate and address client concerns proactively while escalating issues as they arise.
Maintain effective communication with clients to ensure a seamless flow of information between the client and the audit team.
Identify and articulate significant accounting and auditing issues to the manager, senior manager, and partner throughout the engagement.
Provide insightful feedback on financial statements and prepare other client deliverables, including board communications, deficiency letters, management letters, and more.
Recognize both industry-specific and general accounting and auditing challenges, including but not limited to revenue recognition, business combinations, and debt and equity accounting, and determine the appropriate audit approach for these areas.
Identify opportunities for performance improvement among team members.
Ensure continuous professional development through ongoing education initiatives.
Exhibit a willingness to travel up to 25% of the year, contingent upon client needs.
Required Qualifications
A Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree or an equivalent qualification from an accredited university.
A minimum of five to seven years of current or recent experience in a public accounting environment.
A solid understanding of audit services, with proficiency in GAAP, IFRS, and GAAS regulations.
A CPA Certification in good standing.
Demonstrated experience and capability to act in a leadership role on engagements.
An openness to supervision and guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment.
Strong critical thinking skills and the capacity to work independently.
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