Overview
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.
Are you a talented and proven leader who motivates teams and provides exceptional customer service?
Our KPMG South Shore office located in Brossard, is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team. 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 part of the management team, you will be required to lead KPMG's assurance teams and ensure the correct accounting practices and methodologies are applied to our clients. Clients will look to you to add value to their business and their family affairs thoughout the year. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career servicing some of our prestigious and most exciting clients in the market. Join a winning team who enjoys collaborating with entrepreneurs and advise them on all aspects of their business!
What makes you stand out:
You are motivated individual who is able to take initiative and takes the time to understand what is expected of them.
You are comfortable working through ambiguity.
You are team-oriented and thrive in working within a collaborative and continuously evolving environment.
You have a positive attitude and outlook and inspire others.
What you will do
Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices and methodologies at client engagements
Conduct financial statement review & compilations for private companies
Leadership of field engagement teams as well as coaching and mentoring junior staff members
Perform analysis of complex accounting issues
Perform financial and systems analysis
Develop and maintain relationships with client
As an Assurance 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.
What you bring to the role
Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration
Successful completion of the CFE and/or working towards a CPA designation.
2 years of experience in a public accounting firm
Excellent project management, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work both independently, with little supervision and within a team environment.
Experience with ASPE and ASNPO.
Effectively monitors 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.
Experience mentoring and delating work to junior staff
Previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the client.
Able to use a range of techniques to analyze an issue.
Proficiency in English is required for this position. The successful candidate may be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking colleagues or stakeholders at KPMG Canada, located outside of Quebec. This necessitates the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters
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.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.
