Senior Audit Manager

Job summary

Oversee complex audit engagements and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, procedures, and internal controls. Lead, train, and motivate teams of 5–7 professionals while delivering high-quality client service and managing demanding workloads and deadlines.

Job details

Position Overview PKF Antares is looking for a dynamic experienced Senior Audit Manager to join our Toronto Office – Audit team. As a key member of our leadership group, you will oversee complex audit engagements, lead a team of professionals, and ensure the highest quality of client service and compliance with regulatory standards. We rely on your knowledge and unique experience to help our clients comply with the regulatory requirements. You, in turn, will get a chance to work in a united and dedicated team of professionals, learn from the exposure to North American engagement, and develop your skills and interests further. By joining PKF Antares, you will become a part of a global family of Audit & Assurance, Accounting and Consulting firms, PKF International, bound together by a shared commitment to quality, integrity, and the creation of clarity in a complex regulatory environment. Relevant Experience Requirements CPA designation (CPA Canada) is required Bachelor’s degree or higher equivalent education in finance, accounting or equivalent field, preferably with advanced training; master’s degree would be an asset. Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, 2-3 years in a Canadian firm. Previous experience with a major accounting firm (Big 4/Big 6 strongly preferred). Strong technical knowledge of ASPE, IFRS, and assurance standards Demonstrated analytical skills in risk assessment and financial analysis Proficient with CaseWare and other audit/tax software Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Responsibilities Ability to supervise groups of 5-7 people Work in a fast-paced environment, tight deadlines, attention to detail, handle large workload Precise when examining accounting records Strong leadership skills to train, direct and motivate staff Skilled in accounting, internal auditing, and management Working with application CaseWare Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures, and internal control Preferred Additional Assets Familiarity with US GAAP or cross-border reporting requirements Experience with high-growth clients or mid-market audit practices Fluency in a second language What We Offer Along with being part of an experienced team with a global industry leader, we offer: Competitive wages, performance bonuses and permanent full-time work Opportunity to grow with a large global company Access to global resources through PKF International Support for ongoing professional development and CPD Health, dental, accidental benefits

What you’ll do

Oversee complex audit engagements and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, procedures, and internal controls. Lead, train, and motivate teams of 5–7 professionals while delivering high-quality client service and managing demanding workloads and deadlines.

Requirements

Requires a CPA Canada designation, a bachelor’s degree or higher in finance, accounting, or a related field, and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including 2–3 years at a Canadian firm. Candidates should have strong knowledge of ASPE, IFRS, and assurance standards, experience with CaseWare, and demonstrated leadership, analytical, communication, and client-management skills; major accounting firm experience is strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Performance Bonuses
• Permanent Full-Time Employment
• Professional Development
• Continuing Professional Development Support
• Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Accidental Benefits

Listed skills

• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Audit Engagement Management
• Team Leadership
• Staff Training and Development
• Client Management
• Risk Assessment
• Financial Analysis
• ASPE
• IFRS
• Assurance Standards
• CaseWare
• Accounting
• Internal Auditing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Internal Controls
• Communication
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership

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