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Job Location: Calgary, Toronto, Montreal
EY Canada is part of the global Ernst & Young network, one of the “Big Four” accounting firms. The audit service line provides independent audit services primarily aimed at enhancing the reliability and credibility of financial information presented by businesses. We ensure that financial statements are free from material misstatement and comply with applicable accounting standards and regulations. Our work gives confidence to investors, regulators, and other stakeholders in the financial health and reporting integrity of audited organizations.
EY Canada employs a methodology that integrates technology, such as data analytics and AI, to improve audit quality and insights. EY Canada’s audit practice serves a diverse range of clients, from large multinational corporations to small and medium-sized enterprises across various industries.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a detail oriented and organized Audit PMO specialist to support our most critical accounts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution and monitoring of audit engagements. This role requires a strong understanding of audit processes.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitoring: Oversee audit progress and performance to ensure transparency and accountability. Work with account leadership to establish priorities and provide direction to working teams.
• Status Reporting: Facilitate status meetings and communicates audit status, deadlines and priorities to internal teams and clients. Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status updates, and meeting notes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and client teams to facilitate effective communication and engagement throughout the audit. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client management.
• Risk Management: Support the identification and assessment of risks, issues and delays in the audit. Work with internal and client teams to develop and perform mitigation plans.
• Budgeting and Resourcing: Monitor audit budgets, resource allocation and scheduling, ensuring teams are adequately staffed to complete the audit on time.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for streamlining audit status reporting.

TO QUALIFY FOR THE ROLE YOU MUST HAVE:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of audit experience in a public accounting firm with strong understanding of audit processes and methodologies, accounting principles, GAAP, and PCAOB regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing audit engagements and teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with clients and team members at all levels.
• Demonstrated organizational abilities with the capacity to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed to meet client commitments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• This role involves interaction with clients operating nationally and globally. Bilingualism in both French and English is therefore preferred.