Senior Consultant, ARA (Calgary)

Job Description

Overview

Ready to become a key member in the growth of our Assurance? Keep reading!

What will your typical day look like?

As a Senior Consultant in the Assurance group in either our Accounting Reporting Assurance (ARA) or ESG Assurance practice you will:

• Contribute to the planning and execution of projects
• Work directly with clients on complex technical accounting matters including accounting research and preparation of complex accounting and process memorandums under IFRS, U.S. GAAP and ASPE as well as upcoming sustainability reporting frameworks
• Work on transactions related to disruptive events, including support accounting due diligence engagements as well as clients with initial public offerings, prospectus and other regulatory filings
• Opportunities may arise to serve clients and/or support local office teams around the country or internationally
• Develop and lead timely communications - both internal and external - relevant to our professionals and clients
• Develop materials for and participate in the delivery of presentations to clients and firm personnel
• Contribute to market and eminence initiatives, including development of new service offerings and marketing campaigns within the practice; including proposal/RFP assistance
• Contribute to business development in growing the Calgary Assurance practice

About the team

The Calgary Assurance group is rapidly expanding. Joining our team will provide you with opportunities to develop and hone skills, expand your internal and external networks and be a key member in the growth of our practice.

Our Calgary Assurance group is composed of the Accounting & Reporting Advisory (ARA) team, including Sustainability Reporting Advisory (ESG), the Controls Assurance team, and the IT Audit and Assurance team, which focus on providing solutions for controllership functions, and enabling CFOs and their Finance teams for success.

Our Accounting & Reporting Advisory Team focuses on assisting our clients and internal Deloitte teams on researching, analyzing and developing technical accounting solutions, assisting entities with the adoption of new standards or other regulatory reporting requirements, assist with the implementation of strategy or execution related to transactional events (such as M&A, divestitures and carve-outs, IPO, litigation support, etc.) as well as providing an accounting perspective for advisory engagements.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

You are someone with:

• Have the CPA designation or equivalency OR be in progress of completion of the CPA is preferred
• Possess a minimum 2-4 years of relevant work experience in Audit
• Must possess strong technical accounting skills (GAAP, securities and regulatory, assurance) and experience in and knowledge of ASPE, IFRS, U.S. GAAP)
• Clear understanding of financial systems, internal controls (CSOX/PCAOB) and financial process and risk experience would be an asset
• Finance experience including accounting research, memo writing and process documentation: must be able to synthesize information, capture key insights and present findings in a clear and concise manner
• Capacity to think about requirements from a strategic perspective (options available, pros / cons of different options)
• Ability to use judgement and discernment to solve problems and make practical decisions
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Proactive self-starter with strong internal and external customer focus
• Problem solving (ability to “find it” and “fix it”)
• Strong attention to detail
• Project management discipline and structure
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strong interpersonal skills: collaborates well with other teams and service lines
• Coach and mentor junior staff members, providing guidance and support in their professional development
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently and to efficiently manage time, priorities and goals

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $62,000 - $106,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte regularly benchmarks salaries and offers a Total Rewards Package designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. In addition to a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, benefits include mental health support, a flexible benefits spending account, firm-wide closures (Deloitte Days), Development and Innovation Days, flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

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Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada, including Indigenous peoples and underrepresented groups. For accessibility accommodations in the recruitment process, contact accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca or indigenouscareers@deloitte.ca.

We encourage you to connect with us at accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process. By applying to this job you will be assessed against the Deloitte Global Talent Standards.

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