Senior Manager, Turnaround & Restructuring

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 Restructuring & Turnaround team in Calgary is looking for a professional like you with the skills and drive to make a real difference.

• Manage a team in assessing and developing restructuring strategies and turnaround plans, including review of operations, key performance indicators and financial forecasts of companies in a variety of industries.
• Conduct and oversee the development or review of complex financial models, cash flow forecasts, and other financial analysis in the context of independent business reviews and restructuring/refinancing of underperforming companies.
• Lead informal turnaround engagements and formal insolvency filings, including managing a variety of stakeholders and external advisors, preparing reports to the court as court officer, securing assets, and supervising a team carrying out statutory duties under both the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA).
• As part of a diverse and experienced team, continue to develop analytical and negotiation skills in providing a strategic approach to engagements, identifying common ground and potential solutions
• Build your personal brand by engaging in business development activities and relationship development.
• Manage client deliverables to ensure projects are delivered on time and to client needs, and assisting with practice management.

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in restructuring and insolvency experience at a recognized professional firm.
• 1-2 years of experience at a senior manager level or equivalent, at a recognized professional firm.
• Proven ability to lead multiple advisory engagements and formal proceedings simultaneously, pursuant to the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) and the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA)
• CIRP (Chartered Insolvency and Restructuring Professional) designation required
• LIT (Licensed Insolvency Trustee) designation an asset.
• Ability to effectively mentor, coach, develop, and manage team members on detailed, functional financial models, including financial projections.
• Demonstrated skill in managing conflicting asks and priorities.
• Ability to guide client expectations over level and speed of service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good business judgement and a conscientious approach to assignments.
• Proven technical, analytical and computer skills (particularly, modeling in Excel)
• Ability to explain strategic alternatives in a cohesive manner, and manage client expectations.
• Willing and able to travel both within Canada and internationally as desired.
• Relocation is considered for the right candidate.

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Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

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