The opportunity
As a Senior, you will be a professional member of our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team. In Canada, our FAAS team consists of dedicated financial reporting and accounting advisory professionals in seven locations across the country. We combine technical accounting skills in IFRS, ASPE and US GAAP, practical experience in financial reporting processes and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, as well as deep sector and regulatory knowledge to deliver world‑class service to our clients.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your Key Responsibilities
As a Senior, you will help finance leaders address the challenges and ongoing changes facing their business and manage the resulting repercussions on the accounting and finance function. You will partner with them to achieve their potential in acquisitions, divestitures, IPOs, GAAP conversions, optimisation/restructuring, accounting standards policy implementation and convergence. You will also work with your clients to remediate pre‑existing material weaknesses or significant deficiencies in their control framework and assist with the design and implementation of internal controls over financial reporting. Finally, you will create innovative commercial insights for clients and drive improvements in business processes.

Skills And Attributes For Success

Technical accounting experience in IFRS and US GAAP along with multiple years of audit experience at a top accounting firm

Participate in various engagements (researching application of accounting standards to various transactions, assessing financial and governance processes, assisting with accounting framework transitions, comparisons of different company practices, developing and providing tailored training, etc.).

Experience auditing clients who comply with NI 52-109 and/or SOX 404 regulatory requirements

An understanding of, and client‑facing experience in,



assessing control failures within an organization and determining whether those failures result in material weaknesses or significant deficiencies

Experience in performing risk assessments and evaluating the design of internal controls

An understanding of IT general controls and entity level controls

Prepare deliverables tailored to client needs.

Establish and maintain relationships with client management.

Understand the client’s industry and recognise key performance drivers, business trends and new technical and industry developments.

Stay informed of changing market conditions and current regulatory developments and their impacts on clients.

Use technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery.

Attend training programs to continually develop skills.

Maintain cooperative relationships and foster mutual support with other EY service line teams.

To qualify for the role you must have

A Canadian CPA designation (or an equivalent international qualification), and at least 3 years of relevant experience

Audit or business experience in the application of accounting standards, including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Audit or business experience in financial statement close and the application of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting, with a preference for experience with SOX 404 or NI 52-109 compliance

Demonstrate mastery of key concepts and principles related to the application of internal controls over financial reporting, finance process improvements, project management and change management; show an ability to apply these consistently in engagement settings

Impeccable client relationship skills





Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A dedication to teamwork and leadership

The ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, dynamic team‑oriented environment

What We Look For
We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What We Offer
We offer a competitive compensation package and Total Rewards package that includes medical, prescription drug and dental coverage; a defined contribution pension plan; a generous vacation policy; paid holidays; and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well‑being.

Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around

Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

Salary

Toronto: $80,000 to $130,000

Vancouver: $80,000 to $130,000

Inclusiveness at EY
Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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