Senior Associate - Standards and Training

We are looking for a Senior Associate - Standards and Training to join our team bring your ambition and shape what comes next.

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly we care about the impact you make. Thats why were invested in your growth from day onebecause the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are seeking a passionate and driven Senior Associate Standards and Training to join our Professional Standards and Training teama role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here youll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals united by a shared commitment to making a differencefor our clients our communities and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it and work with each professional to define what success means for them.

Your role:

Reporting to the Manager of Professional Standards and Training this role plays a key part in supporting the professional development of our assurance team and upholding our commitment to quality growth and exceptional staff experience.

This is a dynamic and collaborative position that blends technical accounting knowledge with a passion for people development. The successful candidate will help design and deliver meaningful learning experiences support technical initiatives and ensure our team is equipped to provide exceptional client service.

Responsibilities include:

• Onboarding & Early Career Training
  • Deliver engaging onboarding training to new assurance staff (co-op students new professionals senior staff accountants and supervisors)
  • Manage and coordinate the delivery of timely responsive training for entry-level staff throughout the year
  • Work closely with assurance managers to identify training needs for entry level staff and develop practical targeted solutions
  • Provide technical mentorship to entry level staff

• Firm wide learning and content development
  • Support and collaborate on firm-wide training (e.g. annual updates practice inspection results seasonal updates file template changes ad hoc training needs)
  • Develop digital learning content (micro-learnings pre-recorded modules resources) for the firms learning management system (LMS)
  • Contribute to the modernization of learning strategies by suggesting innovative initiatives and staying informed on industry best practices in training delivery
  • Contribute to developing a culture of continuous learning and development

• Standards & Quality Support
  • Assist with special projects including the development and maintenance of assurance tools templates and other internal resources
  • Stay current with updates in professional standards (ASPE CAS ASNPO) and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the firm

• Project Management & Collaboration
  • Coordinate multiple initiatives with assurance teams and HR
  • Bring a thoughtful and organized approach to planning executing and documenting training projects
  • Work independently to manage long-term projects that are critical to the firms strategic goals and core values
    

What you bring to the table:

• CPA designation (required)
• 46 years of experience in public accounting preferably with a focus in assurance
• Strong technical knowledge of ASPE CAS and ASNPO or PSAS
• Proven presentation and professional writing skills
• Demonstrated passion for staff development and supporting others growth
• Effective interpersonal skills and a positive approachable and collaborative mindset
• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple deadlines and priorities
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Enthusiastic about ongoing learning and professional growth a lifelong learner
• Creative thinker with an aptitude for developing engaging and accessible training materials or content development preferred
• Experienced at explaining and breaking down complex technical standards into easy-to-understand material
  

Whats in it for you

At our firm our people are at the heart of everything we do. While this role does not serve clients directly your impact is felt across the entire assurance practice by empowering team members to provide an exceptional client experience.

Youll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team and can expect to find:

• Flex time and banked overtime program (say hello to summer Fridays off)
• 3 weeks paid vacation to start
• Sustainable growth in your career and across our assurance practice
  
  • Opportunity for advancement
• Exceptional staff experience through mentorship development and a supportive culture
• Competitive compensation
• Employer paid benefits package including comprehensive health and dental starting from day one
• Enhanced mental health benefits
• Wellness subsidy
• RRSP matching program
• A leadership team committed to your success
• A professional fun and friendly working environment

Where youll work: Your preference of Peterborough Lindsay Courtice and Cobourg. Some inter-office travel required. Mileage will be paid for interoffice travel.

Job Type:Permanent Full-time Hybrid (3 days in office)

Qualified and interested applicants should apply by July 28 2025.

When you join Baker Tilly you become part of something biggeran ambitious forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter perspectives count and every contribution builds a stronger future. If youre ready to make an impact were ready to meet you.

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:

Position Status: New Position

We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate please apply now. While we appreciate all applications only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC