CPA Program Manager
Job Summary
Line of Service
Internal Firm ServicesIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q)Management Level
ManagerJob Description & Summary
AtPwC ourCPA Centre of Excellence(CoE)focuses onmanagingthefull lifecycle ofCPA designation support forstaff and partnersguiding them through complex programrequirementsandprovidingongoing adviceresourcesand support throughout their CPA amanageron this team you willwork with subject matter expertsandproject teamsto shape the future CPA Program design effective support initiatives and enhance the experience and successof our role requires a Canadian CPA designation andprovideshigh visibility with PwC leadership and regulators.The Opportunity
As aCPAProgramManager unlock your potential and embrace the chance to drive meaningful outcomesthatllelevate your career. Your role will include butisntlimited to:
KeyOperationalResponsibilities
Leading thedesigndeliveryand implementation of thefirmsnational CFE in-house training program andsupport frameworkfor CPA candidates
Collaborating with external instructors to shape and enhance the formal trainingprogram
Creating supplementary learning resources presentations and guidance onprogrampolicies
Managingrelationships with external markers and instructors for English and French programs including budget oversight programchangesand feedback delivery
Developingmentorship programsandorganizingmock examssessionssupporting a strongmentorshipculture
Communicating exam results and analysis to leadership to support program strategy and execution
Developingandupdatingprocessdocumentationsandpreparinganddelivering changemanagementcommunications and presentations
Building andmaintainingstrong relationships with HC teams Firm leaders and key contactsincluding CPAregulatoryprovincial bodies
Executingandreviewing workacrossother CPA processes including practical experience reporting module and student registration fee payments and special reporting projects
RepresentingCPACoEoncommittees workstreams andat recruiting events while contributingexpertise fostering stakeholder relationships and supporting keyfirminitiatives
Coachingand development of team members
TransformationalResponsibilities- thenew CPA Professional Program
Participating inCPAprovincial bodyworking groupsfor the new CPA Professional Program providingfeedback andrecommendationsto support program development and execution
Scoping thedesign of the futureinternaleducation and examination support program
Developing and implementingnewfirmprogramspolicies and processesto support the transition to and delivery of the new CPA Professional Program
Presenting program design and policy recommendations to leadership to support informed decision-making and strategicobjectives
Evaluating technology solutions to support the efficient implementation delivery and ongoing administration of the new CPA Professional Program
WhatYoullBring
Your skills knowledge and experiences are what set you we look for:
Canadian CPA designation withrelevantexperience in a professional services role
Knowledge of the Canadian CPAprogramsand must have written the Common Final Examination (CFE)
Passion for counselling and providing guidance to CPA students
Demonstrated ability to build and manage trusting relationships with key leaders and internal businesspartners with a commitment to exceptional client service
Excellent project management and prioritization skills in managing multiple deadlines and complex projects. Able to move effortlessly between strategic topics and day-to-day activities.
Strong stakeholder management and advisory skills with the ability to build trusted relationships collaborate with senior leaders and translate business needs into firm-wideCPAstrategies andensuresuccessful outcomes
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to assess situations strategically navigate new and changing situations and develop a collaborative approach
Fast learner strong technical skills and open to implementing next generation skills (process automation people/data analytics Generative AI and other digital skills)
Open to new ways of doing things and continuous improvement
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 $84800 - $134800.The posted salary rangerepresentsthe expected hiring range forPwC locations in major citycentres. Given our national recruiting approach ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada base salary isdeterminedby your skills experiencequalificationsand work location.In addition to base salary eligible employees may have opportunities toparticipatein 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.
PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island on the land that is now known as Canada which are the lands of the ancestral treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through and we commit to allyship and solidarity.
Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Adult Learning Theories Analytical Thinking Career Training Coaching and Feedback Communication Content Curation Content Strategy Contract Management Creativity Curriculum Development Data Reporting Design Thinking Developing Presentations Developing Training Materials E-Learning Development Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Event Set Up Executive Education Facilitated Discussions Facilitate Training Sessions 36 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoGovernment Clearance Required
NoJob Posting End Date
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