The Role
As an Assurance Senior, you will manage audit engagements, supervise associates, develop client relationships, and ensure compliance with U.S. accounting standards.
Summary Generated by Built In
BPM – where caring and community is in our company DNA; we are always striving to be our best selves; and we’re compelled to ask the questions that lead to innovation.
Working with BPM means using your experiences, broadening your skills, and reaching your full potential in work and life—while also making a positive difference for your clients, colleagues, and communities. Our shared entrepreneurial spirit drives us to see and do things differently. Our passion for people makes BPM a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and part of something bigger. Because People Matter.
BPM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
What you get:
Total rewards package: from flexible work arrangements to competitive benefits coverage for you and your dependents, prioritizing your health and well-being.
Well-being resources: interactive wellness platform and incentives, an employee assistance program and mental health resources, and Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) that provide safe spaces for colleagues to share, be heard, feel valued and deepen connections.
Balance & flexibility: A minimum of14 Firm Holidays including applicable provincial statutory holidays and 2 floating days, Flex PTO, supplemental top-up program for eligible statutory leaves, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options, so you can balance challenging yourself with taking care of yourself.
Professional development opportunities: A learning culture with CPA exam resources and bonuses, firm support for professional memberships/certification, a coach program, and live classes, workshops, and seminars through BPM University.
Who is successful at BPM:
· Caring people who put others first
· Self-starters who embody the BPM entrepreneurial spirit
· Authentic individuals with a diverse point of view
· Lifelong learners with a drive to excel
· Resilient people who rise to the occasion
This is a newly created role and will be pivotal in ensuring we can continue offering our full range of services to clients. As an Assurance Senior, you will assist with audits and work closely with firm leaders and client personnel to complete assurance engagements.
Responsibilities:
· Responsible for day-to-day planning and execution of multiple client engagements throughout the year.
· Supervise associate level professionals and delegate engagement responsibilities.
· Responsible for communicating and resolving all issues that arise during the audit engagement with the support of the engagement manager.
· Develop and execute audit strategy from planning to reporting.
· Develop and maintain client relationships, thus driving client satisfaction.
· Research, understand and apply complex accounting concepts and auditing procedures.
· Draft financials and report audit findings (both verbal and written).
· Develop, motivate, and mentor associates by providing training, regular feedback and career guidance while fostering a team environment.
· Demonstrate advanced knowledge of U.S. accounting standards (GAAP), regulatory frameworks, and compliance requirements.
· Manage complex engagements involving multi-jurisdictional financial reporting, U.S. tax law, and international business practices.
· Advise clients on U.S. specific regulatory changes, risk management, and industry best practices, ensuring compliance across diverse markets.
· Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address the unique challenges of servicing U.S.-based clients, including higher volume, complexity, and risk exposure.
Requirements:
· Licensed CPA, or in the process of obtaining the CPA.
· BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
· 3+ years’ experience in public accounting in a variety of industries including Technology, Life Sciences, Consumer Products, Financial services, or Non-Profits; SEC experience preferred.
· Experience auditing complex accounts like inventory, revenue, equity / stock options, etc.
· Demonstrated leadership/supervisor experience.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills.
· Strong desire to continuously learn.
· Competently analyzes and prioritizes information to make appropriate recommendations.
· Ability to synthesize all forms of research into clear, thoughtful, actionable deliverables.
· Understands client needs, identifies root causes of problems, and implements pragmatic solutions.
· U.S. accounting credentials may be required.
This position is not eligible for third-party or agency submissions. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or staffing agencies.
Skills Required
- Licensed CPA or in the process of obtaining CPA
- BS/BA degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
- 3+ years' experience in public accounting
- Experience auditing complex accounts
- Demonstrated leadership/supervisor experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
BPM LLP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies include generous PTO, multiple firm holidays, and seasonal breaks, with unlimited PTO available for certain roles. Feedback suggests these options enhance overall value even in a demanding industry.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan choices are offered with a strong employer-paid share, alongside HSA options and mental-health resources. Feedback suggests the breadth and depth of coverage are a core strength of the package.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible and remote/hybrid work options are emphasized, along with alternative schedules. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a meaningful component of total rewards.
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The Company
What We Do
BPM LLP is one of the 50 largest public accounting and advisory firms in the country. With more than 800 professionals along the West Coast – as well as offices abroad – we help clients succeed around the world. We offer a cross-functional team approach that gives clients direct access to the best and most qualified resources. With full-service capabilities in audit, tax and advisory services, we possess in-depth knowledge of the transactional industry—its key processes, challenges surrounding growth and performance, regulatory compliance and governance—and the many other complex accounting and reporting issues you face. Our collective knowledge representing a diverse client base allows us to serve as experts in over a dozen industries. In 2021, we are proud to be named by Forbes “Best Tax and Accounting Firms” and #22 on Vault’s “Accounting 50” ranking! We invite you to learn more about us, visit bpmcpa.com
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