Audit Manager (CPA): Hybrid Remote or Onsite ⁠–⁠ Whitehorse, Yukon

Location: Whitehorse, Yukon (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time

About us

Join a dynamic and growing CPA firm in Whitehorse, Yukon, where you can experience the complex and rewarding work of a larger firm with the relaxed flexibility of a boutique practice. At McKay and Associates, we offer opportunities to work with diverse clients and industries, including First Nation communities and businesses dedicated to mining services and resources, hospitality, manufacturing, municipalities and more.

Be part of a growing team and advance your career with us.

Why join our firm?

This is a once‑in‑a‑lifetime chance to experience the “North of North” lifestyle in the Yukon under the glow of the Northern Lights. What sets us apart is our ability to offer engaging, high‑calibre opportunities typically found at larger firms and a supportive, mentorship‑driven community within a flexible work environment.

You will make a meaningful impact to thriving businesses and distinct First Nation communities through audit, accounting, tax and advisory services. Work onsite or on a hybrid remote travel schedule ⁠–⁠ you choose ⁠–⁠ and enjoy a balanced work life as a member of the Whitehorse community.

Key responsibilities

As an Audit Manager, you have the opportunity to foster strong client relationships and play an important role in our Audit and Accounting practice. Your responsibilities will include:

• Plan and execute engagements, while ensuring timely completion and compliance with Client Accounting Services (CAS), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Accounting Standards for Not‑for‑Profit Organizations (ASNPO), Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises (ASPE).
• Deliver assurance and advisory services that inspire client satisfaction.
• Expand our local and national client base through proactive promotion, networking and relationship‑building in the Yukon and across Canada.
• Deliver services to diverse industries that align with the firm’s expertise.
• Use audit software and client accounting systems to streamline processes and ensure accuracy and system integration.
• Provide consulting and tax advice to firm partners, team members and technology partners to help deliver integrated solutions.
• Supervise and mentor staff and students.
• Contribute to the firm’s growth strategy, including participation in our exciting rebrand, and leverage partnerships to enhance service offerings.

Key requirements

We are seeking a dedicated professional with the following qualifications:

• Must have achieved a CPA designation and successfully passed the Common Final Examination (CFE).
• A minimum of 7 years of public accounting and audit experience. (We will also consider candidates with equivalent experience gained through alternative career paths.)
• Must hold a Public Accounting Licence or meet the experience requirements to obtain one.
• A proven ability to set and meet deadlines and oversee a team, while demonstrating a professional approach to career goals.
• A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
• Comfort working with diverse client accounting systems and industries.
• A willingness to mentor and lead a team of staff and students.

Benefits of joining our firm

• Competitive compensation plus bonus opportunities.
• Work onsite or enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule.
• Extended health care, dental care, vision care, disability insurance and life insurance.
• Access to the Northern Allowance, a financial benefit for working in the northern regions of Canada if you elect to stay in the Yukon for an extended period.
• The opportunity to live and work in Whitehorse, a vibrant community filled with adventure and cultural richness.
• Enjoy casual dress, company events and on‑site parking in a supportive and engaging workplace.
• The ability to work with thriving businesses and First Nation communities.

Why Whitehorse?

More than a job, this role is an opportunity to experience career growth alongside the beauty and adventure of the Yukon. Whitehorse is a gateway to a classically Canadian lifestyle with opportunities for outdoor activities, cultural engagement with the First Nation population and a tight‑knit community. If you’re seeking a balanced family life and adventure under the Northern Lights, the Yukon offers a unique and rewarding experience.

Explore the tallest mountains in Canada at Kluane National Park and Reserve and enjoy salmon fishing on the Alaskan coast. Experience the spirit of the Klondike Gold Rush in Dawson City, where you can pan for gold, catch a show at Diamond Tooth Gerties Casino, and maybe even dare the infamous Sourtoe Cocktail. See the wild beauty of Tombstone National Park with unforgettable hiking and camping options among tall peaks and tundra clearings. Or even paddle 700 kilometres down the historic Yukon River, canoeing from Whitehorse to Dawson for the adventure of a lifetime.

How to apply

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role with a firm that values excellence and career development, while offering a unique Yukon experience, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@mckaycpas.ca, outlining how your skills and experience align with this role. Join us in Whitehorse for a thriving career and an authentic northern experience of the Yukon’s landscapes and communities.

Adventure awaits