Senior Staff Accountant – Assurance

. Deliver quality assurance services to clients and their stakeholders .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeVancouver • CanadaSenior💰 CA$66,000 - CA$90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quality assurance and auditing, with a strong focus on client relationship management and team leadership. Proficient in applying complex accounting concepts and maintaining high standards of performance and integrity in a dynamic environment.

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Canadian CPA DesignationAuditing ExperienceProject Management SkillsAdvanced Communication SkillsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Quality AssuranceAuditing ConceptsAccounting PrinciplesPerformance ManagementClient Satisfaction Assessment

Soft Skills

TeamworkIntegrityAdaptabilityFeedback ProvisionRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Audit SoftwarePerformance Review ToolsKnowledge Sharing Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Canadian CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingClient EngagementFieldwork ManagementService DeliveryEducational Program Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver quality assurance services to clients and their stakeholders
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and assess client satisfaction
Maintain contact with clients throughout the year
Direct daily fieldwork, inform supervisors of engagement status, and manage staff performance
Adapt the audit approach to changing client environments
Apply complex accounting and auditing concepts to client situations
Develop people by delegating tasks and providing guidance to staff
Provide performance feedback and training, and conduct performance reviews
Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment
Contribute ideas and opinions to audit teams and respond to team members’ views
Use technology to learn, share knowledge, and enhance service delivery
Maintain an educational program to continually develop skills
Develop understanding of EY service lines and identify opportunities to apply the firm’s services

Requirements

What you’ll need

An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, and/or an undergraduate or graduate degree
Canadian CPA designation or equivalent reciprocal designation, or currently completing the Canadian CPA designation
Minimum of 2 years of experience working as an auditor for a public accounting firm, or particular business/industry experience to meet special needs
Excellent project management skills
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Dedication to teamwork and leadership
Integrity within a professional environment
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary bonus program
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan
Defined contribution pension plan
Vacation policy
Firm-paid days
Statutory holidays
Paid personal days (based on province of residence)
Programs and benefits supporting physical, financial and social well-being
Support and coaching from engaging colleagues
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
Freedom and flexibility to handle the role in a way that’s right for you
Accommodation support during the recruitment process