Lead and oversee multiple audit engagements for US clients, ensuring audit quality and compliance with U.S. GAAP and regulations. Supervise staff, develop audit strategies and budgets, mentor team members, manage complex multi-jurisdictional reporting issues, advise clients on regulatory changes, and support business development and firm quality initiatives.
BPM – where caring and community is in our company DNA; we are always striving to be our best selves; and we’re compelled to ask the questions that lead to innovation.
Working with BPM means using your experiences, broadening your skills, and reaching your full potential in work and life—while also making a positive difference for your clients, colleagues, and communities. Our shared entrepreneurial spirit drives us to see and do things differently. Our passion for people makes BPM a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and part of something bigger. Because People Matter.
BPM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
What you get:
Total rewards package: from flexible work arrangements to competitive benefits coverage for you and your dependents, prioritizing your health and well-being.
Well-being resources: interactive wellness platform and incentives, an employee assistance program and mental health resources, and Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) that provide safe spaces for colleagues to share, be heard, feel valued and deepen connections.
Balance & flexibility: A minimum of14 Firm Holidays including applicable provincial statutory holidays and 2 floating days, Flex PTO, supplemental top-up program for eligible statutory leaves, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options, so you can balance challenging yourself with taking care of yourself.
Professional development opportunities: A learning culture with CPA exam resources and bonuses, firm support for professional memberships/certification, a coach program, and live classes, workshops, and seminars through BPM University.
Who is successful at BPM:
· Caring people who put others first
· Self-starters who embody the BPM entrepreneurial spirit
· Authentic individuals with a diverse point of view
· Lifelong learners with a drive to excel
· Resilient people who rise to the occasion
This is a newly created role and will be pivotal in ensuring we can continue offering our full range of services to clients. As an Assurance Manager within BPM’s Assurance practice, you will provide strategic oversight of the firm’s audit quality management system and champion a culture of audit excellence. You will help shape the firm’s long-term quality strategy, influence audit methodology, and guide the development of future leaders.
Responsibilities:
· Oversee multiple engagements and resolve all legal, regulatory, and accounting issues that arise during the audit engagement.
· Supervise and manage services to our clients, which include preparation of audit strategy and business plans, setting engagement budgets, scheduling audits, selecting staff and assigning workloads, and financial reporting.
· Develop and maintain client relationships, driving client satisfaction.
· Research, understand and apply complex accounting concepts and auditing procedures.
· Develop, motivate and mentor staff by providing training, regular feedback and career guidance while fostering a team environment.
· Draft and assist in the delivery of proposals for engagements by knowing the range of firm services.
· Champion sustainable workplace practices by supporting remote-first operations, promoting paperless workflows through digital collaboration tools, participating in recycling initiatives to minimize paper use, and consistently demonstrate alignment with BPM’s values.
· Demonstrate advanced knowledge of U.S. accounting standards (GAAP), regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements.
· Manage complex engagements involving multi-jurisdictional financial reporting, U.S. tax law, and international business practices.
· Advise clients on U.S. specific regulatory changes, risk management, and industry best practices, ensuring compliance across diverse markets.
· Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address the unique challenges of servicing U.S.-based clients, including higher volume, complexity, and risk exposure.
Requirements:
· Licensed CPA, or in the process of obtaining the CPA.
· BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
· 5+ years’ experience in public accounting in a variety of industries including Technology, Life Sciences, Consumer Products, Financial services, or Non-Profits; SEC experience preferred.
· Experience auditing complex accounts like inventory, revenue, equity / stock options, etc.
· Demonstrated leadership/supervisor experience.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills.
· Strong desire to continuously learn.
· Competently analyzes and prioritizes information to make appropriate recommendations.
· Ability to synthesize all forms of research into clear, thoughtful, actionable deliverables.
· Understands client needs, identifies root causes of problems, and implements pragmatic solutions.
· U.S. accounting credentials may be required.
This position is not eligible for third-party or agency submissions. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or staffing agencies.
BPM LLP Montréal, Québec, CAN Office
1200 McGill College Ave Suite 1100, Montréal, Canada, H3B 4G7
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