Job Description
Insight Global is seeking an Audit & Assurance Staff Accountant II to join a leading professional services organization's audit practice.

This individual will support the planning and execution of financial statement audits while working alongside experienced audit professionals to deliver high-quality client service and meaningful business insights.

The ideal candidate is an early-career audit skilled who is eager to build technical expertise, strengthen client-facing skills, and progress toward obtaining their CPA designation.

This role offers exposure to a variety of industries, innovative audit technologies, and opportunities to collaborate with cross-functional teams while developing a strong foundation in assurance services.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning and execution of financial statement audits for clients across multiple industries.
- Perform audit testing and substantive procedures while ensuring compliance with professional auditing standards.
- Analyze financial information and supporting documentation to identify risks, trends, and potential issues.
- Develop an understanding of clients' businesses, operations, transactions, and internal processes.
- Support audit teams in documenting findings, preparing workpapers, and completing engagement deliverables.
- Leverage audit technology, data analytics, and digital tools to improve efficiency and audit quality.
- Collaborate with team members and specialists across service lines to support client engagements.
- Apply critical thinking and professional judgment when evaluating financial data and business processes.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on learning, development, and knowledge sharing.

Skills and Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.




- 1-2 years of external audit experience within public accounting or professional services.
- CPA designation in progress or intent to pursue CPA certification.

Foundational knowledge of:
- Financial Statement Audits
- Financial Reporting
- Internal Controls
- IFRS and/or ASPE
- Risk Assessment Principles
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to interpret financial data and identify inconsistencies or areas requiring further investigation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Bilingual in French and English; French heavily preferred
- Experience working with audit software, data analytics tools, or automated testing solutions.
- Exposure to clients across multiple industries.
- Previous internship or co-op experience within public accounting.
- Knowledge of emerging audit technologies and digital transformation initiatives.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in a professional services environment.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.

We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters.

Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].

📌 Staff Accountant II (Montreal)
🏢 Insight Global
📍 Montreal