Manager - Centre of Excellence - Assurance

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From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their ongoing strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data — and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You’ll use your professional skills and experience to make it happen across a broad range of industries and responsibilities. You won’t find an assurance culture like this anywhere else, so whether you’re looking for a long-term, or are interested in progressing on to other areas, this is a great place to be.

The objective of our Centre of Excellence (COE) is to inspire the confidence and trust that help enable a complex world to work. EY’s Assurance COE provides scalable offerings that allow our clients to benefit from our insights and efficiencies. As a part of the COE, you will work with multiple companies across different industries to gain a unique insight into how businesses operate. This will allow you to understand the factors driving business performance and become a more connected, responsive and insightful professional.

The opportunity

Within EY’s Assurance practice, we have a Centre of Excellence (COE) located in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We are currently seeking an experienced manager to join our growing team to lead our Independence team. As leader of the Independence team, this individual will liaise directly with client-serving teams, ensure high quality deliverables and coordinate timing and execution of the deliverables, in addition to becoming proficient in technical subject matter.

Your Key Responsibilities

• demonstrate technical knowledge in Canadian, SEC, PCAOB and IESBA auditor independence rules and EY Global and country independence policies to support client-serving teams,
• assess, analyze and evaluate whether, based on the applicable policies, EY is independent of the entity under audit,
• ensure high quality in client service through quality oversight initiatives and on-the-job coaching,
• coordinate timing and execution of deliverables to client-serving teams,
• develop and deliver independence-related foundational and on-going developmental training,
• liaise between various teams, as needed,
• other duties as assigned

Skills And Attributes For Success

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Demonstrate integrity within a professional environment
• Desire to learn and to coach/mentor others through their learning journey

To qualify for the role, candidates must have

• College and/or University degree/diploma in Business
• CPA designation preferred
• 6+ years of experience in a professional services firm, or equivalent, with at least 2 years of managerial experience
• Excellent project management skills

What We Look For

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team, this role is for you.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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