Our Calgary client is seeking an experienced Auditor to join their team of public practice accountants. As a Canadian Professional Accountant (CPA), with the ability to open your own public practice, you will have the support of three other public practice auditors to deliver audit services to a portfolio of established not-for-profit clients.
Your success will be defined by your ability to :
Provide audit and tax engagement services to not-for-profits and charities who exclusively use Part III of the CPA Handbook – Accounting Standards for Not-For-Profit Organizations
Manage a portfolio of audit clients
Work with a group of audit technicians to complete the file preparation; provide feedback and coaching to ensure the continued development of the technician pool
Present audit reports at annual general meetings as required
Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate relevant workshops and seminars on financial management, fund raising and grants acquisition
Write financial literacy articles to support the education of not-for-profit volunteers
Mentor, coach and supervise of the audit support staff
Work collaboratively with other public practices on-site
Assist in maintaining the Quality Assurance Manual and implementing feedback from the Practice Reviews
Recommend operational controls and process improvements
Your strengths include :
Bachelor’s degree and CPA designation
Ability to establish a practice public accounting firm and audit under the Regulated Accounting Profession Act
Technical understanding of Part III of the CPA Handbook
Not-for-profit audit experience
Understanding of GST for both non-profit and charities
Proficiency in Caseware, Microsoft Word and Excel and cloud-based case management software Karbon
Knowledge of SAGE, QuickBooks and other off-the-shelf accounting programs an asset
Excellent oral and written communication, organization, and time management skills
Experience in public speaking and group facilitation
Ability to work effectively independently or as part of a team and able to build positive working relationships