Audit & Accounting Manager We are looking for an Audit & Accounting Manager to join our team – a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference for our clients, our communities, and one another. Lead audit engagements – manage and supervise all aspects of audit engagements for private company clients, from planning through completion, including clients operating in evolving, fast‑paced industries.

Compliance and regulatory review – stay abreast of the latest accounting and auditing standards, regulations, and reporting requirements applicable to private companies. Interpret and apply these standards during audits to ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting. Risk assessment and audit planning – conduct thorough risk assessments for each private company engagement.

Develop comprehensive audit plans that address key risk areas and comply with auditing guidelines. Financial statement analysis – analyze financial statements of private companies to assess their accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting principles. Team management and development – lead and mentor audit teams, providing guidance, feedback, and support throughout the audit process.

Client communication – build strong relationships with key stakeholders of private company clients. Communicate audit findings, insights, and recommendations clearly and effectively, ensuring open dialogue and addressing any client concerns promptly.



Quality assurance – ensure all audit engagements adhere to the firm’s quality control standards, best practices, and ethical guidelines.

Review and sign off on audit documentation to verify accuracy and compliance. WIP management – oversee the management of work in progress (WIP) for all audit engagements. Monitor and analyze WIP reports regularly to ensure timely completion of audit tasks and productive resource allocation.

Budget monitoring – develop and manage budgets for private company audit engagements. Continuous improvement – contribute to the enhancement of the firm’s audit methodologies, tools, and processes. Proactively identify opportunities for efficiency gains and propose innovative ideas to improve audit services.

Professional development – stay updated on emerging trends and developments in auditing practices, relevant accounting pronouncements, and industry‑specific issues related to private companies. Confidentiality – comply with all confidentiality policies of the firm and applicable regulatory authorities. Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA).

At least 1–2 years of management experience at a progressive public accounting firm, with significant emphasis on private company clients, from start‑up to mature.



Proven track record of successfully leading and managing audit engagements for private companies. Thorough ASPE knowledge and application of relevant professional standards, regulations, and corporate governance requirements.

Familiarity with and exposure to Canadian tax. The ability to provide value‑added service to our clients. Strong leadership, coaching and people development skills. Advanced computer knowledge including Caseware, Taxprep or Profile and Excel.

Competitive total compensation package including extended health care, dental and group life benefits Annual bonus program Hybrid workdays Parental leave top‑up program to support growing families Generous vacation (4 weeks annually) Personal days Health and wellness spending account Convenient access to virtual healthcare, including online physician consultations when you need it Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, coffee and seasonal treats Smart casual dress code (client/day specific) Regular team events and social activities throughout the year Everyday Support Monthly reimbursement for your smart phone fees Overtime meal & parking reimbursements Permanent, Full-time Monday to Friday Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, parental status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other non‑merit factors.

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Tilly is dedicated to fostering, supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.

📌 Audit and Accounting Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Baker Tilly Canada
📍 Toronto