Accounting and Transaction Advisory Manager (Bilingual FR/EN)

As an Accounting and Transaction Advisory Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:    

As a Accounting and Transaction Advisory Manager, unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomes that’ll elevate your career. Your role will include, but isn’t limited to: 

• Support in leading the team and our clients through capital market transactions (e.g. IPO readiness, prospectuses, Business Acquisition Reports, pro forma financial statements, etc.) and various accounting change projects including GAAP conversion in contemplation of a transaction, implementation of accounting policy changes and new accounting standards

• Support our Deals teams with accounting implications on specific transactions (i.e. buy side, sell side, valuations, business combination, consolidation accounting, divestitures, etc.) 

• Work with project teams and our clients to prepare or review accounting whitepapers, diagnostic reports, complex accounting calculations, quarterly/annual financial statements and management reporting to drive insights  

• Take a leading role in developing an understanding of our clients’ specific issues and contributing to the development of the appropriate project plan and deliverables to meet their needs

• Coach others, recognize their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development

• Work flexibly and respond promptly to ad hoc requests by clients

• Focus on the details of the project as well as quality  

• Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current trends in business areas 

• Assist in project management component of client relationships 

• Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct 

• Experience managing teams in either financial accounting and reporting, a deals environment, or in public company audits 

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and the team both verbally and in written communications in relation to complex issues and project status 

• Qualified Canadian CPA or equivalent reciprocal/recognized designation 

• A strong technical knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP and ASPE  

• Strong Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and an aptitude for technology and innovation are an asset 

• The ability to build relationships and to integrate with client teams working under tight deadlines 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and an ability to work through complex and challenging client projects  

• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced and changing project-based environment with the flexibility to work overtime where client deadlines are tight  

• The ability to work independently and in a team environment  

• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple engagements and engagement types concurrently  

• A coachable individual, open-minded and dedicated to self-improvement, career development and development of others  

• The successful candidate requires fluency in English, in addition to French as they will be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking clients, colleagues and/or stakeholders during the course of their employment with PwC Canada 

• PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer. 

This position ensures continuity and upholds our standards of excellence following the departure of a valued team member. 

The salary range for this position is $84,700 - $134,700. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for PwC locations in major city centres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements.  We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package.