Senior Accountant, Audit

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. 

Our teams of professionals help our clients' manage risk so they can focus on their core business. By intimately understanding each client’s business, we convert information into insights to uncover hidden opportunities to improve client efficiency and performance. As a Staff or Senior Accountant you will be required to apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices and methodologies at client engagements.

Conduct external and internal financial statement audits for private companies including leadership of field engagement teams as well as coaching and mentoring junior staff.  You will also develop and maintain relationships with client management.

The role also includes preparation of review and notice to reader working paper files, including unaudited financial statements.

• Prepare financial statements and notes thereto.
• Perform financial and systems analysis.
• Preparation of personal and corporate income tax returns.
• Coach and mentor junior staff accountants.

As an Audit professional, you will provide a service that represents a high-value mark for our firm, helping companies assess their risk as they work to ensure transparency across their operations.

At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently, with little supervision and within a team environment.
• Proven track record in strong project management and organizational skills.
• Effectively monitor multiple or complex projects regularly to check how they are progressing against deadlines and budget.
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships.
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professional in the performance of duties.
• Ability to use previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the client.
• Previous experience using the various accounting frameworks applicable in Canada (IFRS, ASPE, NPO and/or Public Sector).
• Able to use a range of techniques to analyze an issue.
• Previous use of Tax Prep and Caseware programs would be beneficial.
• Successful completion of the CFE and working towards a CPA designation.
• 2 - 3 years post graduate experience with exposure to a variety of industries.

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information 

The expected base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $79,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.

To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing cdnersteam@kpmg.ca or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.

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