Designated Professional

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $75,000-$125,000 per annum.

We are looking for a Designated Professional to join our teambring your ambition and shape what comes next.

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make.Thatswhywereinvestedin your growth from day onebecause the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for aDesignated Professionalto join our teama role where yourexpertisewill drive meaningfuloutcomesand your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here,youllcollaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a differencefor our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselveson promotingtalent when we see it, and work with each professional to definewhat successmeans for them.

Your role

• Lead and oversee assurance and accounting engagements, includingplanning, risk assessment, execution, and completion, ensuring files are delivered efficiently, accurately, andin accordance withprofessional standards.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, building trustedrelationshipsand providingtimely, value-added insights.
• Review financial statements, working papers, and tax filings prepared by team members, ensuring technical accuracy and quality.
• Coach, mentor, and support the development of staff and senior accountants through guidance, review, and collaboration.
• Manage engagement workflow, timelines, and resources to ensure smooth and sustainable delivery.
• Apply sound professional judgment in addressing technical matters, engagement issues, and client discussions.
• Identifyopportunities for process improvement and contribute to enhancements in tools, templates, and methodologies.
• Support firm initiatives, knowledge sharing, and business development activities in a manner aligned with interest and experience.
• Model firm values and contribute positively to team culture, collaboration, and accountability.

What you bring to the table:

• CPA designation in good standing, with3-5+yearsofprogressive experience in public accounting.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, assurancemethodologiesand/or income tax rules and regulations.
• Proven ability to lead engagements, including planning, execution, workflow management, and high-quality file review.
• Experience mentoring and coaching team members, supporting their development, and reviewing work with a focus on quality and learning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and oversee multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Strongproficiencywith CaseWare,TaxPrep, and related assurance and tax platforms, or the ability to quickly adapt to new systems.
• Bilingualism in French/English isconsideredan asset.

Whatsin it for you?

• Meaningful career growth through structured performance management, ongoing feedback, and opportunities to advance.
• A competitive total rewards package, including paid overtime, comprehensive benefits, and RRSP matching.
• Flexible work arrangements that empower you to balance life and career with confidence.
• Summer hours so you can make the most of the season.
• Enhanced protection benefits, including life, dependent life, critical illness, and accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• A Health Care Spending Account to support your individual wellness needs.
• Annual fitness reimbursement to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)offeringconfidential support whenever you need it.
• Generous vacation entitlements that grow with your tenure.
• Parental leave topup program to support you through lifes major milestones.
• Paid sick days and bereavement leave to give you time when it matters most.
• Client and employee referral incentives recognizing the value of your network.
• Firmsponsored social events throughout the year that bring our teams together.
• Paid time off for board service and volunteer activities, reflecting ourcommitmentto community impact.

Your schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Position status:

• Existing vacancy: This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization for which we are actively hiring.
  

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something biggeran ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. Ifyoureready to make an impact,wereready to meet you.

We offer a competitiveremunerationpackage based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.