Forvis Mazars is a global Top 10 audit and advisory network composed of two independent partnerships with over 40,000 people in more than 100 countries.
Our firm in Canada, with offices in Montreal, Outaouais, and Toronto, brings together nearly 200 professionals offering a full range of services in the audit, accounting, tax, and advisory.
About the Role
As a Manager of Advisory Services in Accounting and Capital Markets at Forvis Mazars, you will be an integral part of our dynamic team, contributing to our mission of delivering top-notch audit and advisory services.
Your role will involve managing complex financial reporting issues related to transactions and other major transformational events.
Your responsibilities
Lead and support the team and our clients through capital market transactions (e.g., IPO readiness, prospectuses, Business Acquisition Reports, pro forma financial statements, etc.
and various accounting change projects, including GAAP conversion in anticipation of a transaction, implementation of accounting policy changes and new accounting standards, and ESG reporting.
- Support our Deals teams with the accounting implications of specific transactions (e.g., buy-side, sell-side, valuations, business combinations, consolidation accounting, divestitures, etc.).
- Collaborate with project teams and clients to prepare or review accounting whitepapers, diagnostic reports, complex accounting calculations, quarterly / annual financial statements, and management reporting to drive insights.
- Take a leading role in understanding our clients' specific issues and contributing to the development of the appropriate project plan and deliverables to meet their needs.
- Coach others, recognize their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.
- Work flexibly and respond promptly to ad hoc requests by clients.
- Focus on project details as well as quality of deliverables.
- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current trends in business areas.
- Assist in managing the project management component of client relationships.
Your Skills and Experience
You’re probably a match if you have :
- Experience managing teams in financial accounting and reporting, a deals environment, or public company audits.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and the team both verbally and in written communications in relation to complex issues and project status.
- Qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent reciprocal / recognized designation.
- A strong technical knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and ASPE.
- Emerging technical knowledge of ESG non-financial reporting frameworks, including TCFD, ISSB, and GRI, is beneficial.
- Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) skills and an aptitude for technology and innovation.
- The ability to build relationships and integrate with client teams working under tight deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to work through complex and challenging client projects.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced, and changing project-based environment with the flexibility to work overtime where client deadlines are tight.
- The ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- A coachable individual, open-minded and dedicated to self-improvement, career development, and development of others.
- Proficiency in French and English, to effectively interact with all our clients in Quebec and beyond.
Why choose Forvis Mazars in Canada?
Choosing Forvis Mazars in Canada means choosing a world-class company... on a human scale. We are committed to fostering a culture that nurtures excellence, puts people at the center, shapes the future, and embraces a bold spirit.
We offer stimulating and exciting assignments, encourage your initiative, foster transformation and growth, and promote innovation and creativity.
What we offer
We believe in taking care of our team members. Here’s a glimpse of what we offer :
- Competitive salary;
- Vacation weeks based on your professional experience;
- Casual dress code;
- Personal days bank;
- Telemedicine service with Dialogue;
- Annual well-being allocation;
- Remote work possibility;
- Group insurance;
- Collective retirement savings program with employer contribution.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re excited about this opportunity and meet the requirements, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team where your skills will be valued, and your career will thrive.
Forvis Mazars is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
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