Accounting Technician

KPMG International; Brossard; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG in Canada is looking for an Accounting Technician to support payroll and bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients on the South Shore of Montreal. You will manage multiple client accounts under guidance, ensuring accurate payroll processing and timely financial records.

The role requires 5+ years of related experience, strong French communication, and proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office, with knowledge of Acomba considered an asset. English proficiency is essential for client presentations.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Accounting and Management or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience with equivalent duties.
• Member of National Payroll Institute/Canadian Payroll Association an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in French.
• Demonstrated expertise in monthly accounting and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and QuickBooks; Acomba an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform payroll tasks for a group of small clients.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping tasks, bank reconciliation, receivable and payables, etc.
• Prepare GST/QST reports.
• Prepare tax slips such as T4s/RL1s, T5s and other relevant slips.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients.
• Occasionally travel to client premises, if required.

Skills

French language proficiency

English language proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting and Management or equivalent

Tools

QuickBooks

Acomba

MS Office

Job description

Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

Your work matters. As part of our Audit & Assurance practice, you’ll deliver high‑quality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. We foster an environment ofhigh challenge, where curiosity and critical thinking are encouraged. Throughhigh support, including progressive learning, strong coaching, inclusive teamwork, and a shared commitment to integrity, we perform at our best – measuring what matters, recognizing impact, and continuously evolving to deliver excellence. This creates a culture where the best work happens whenhigh challengeandhigh supportwork together. That balance is how our values show up—in how we work, how we lead, and what we deliver.

As a Accounting Technician, you will have the opportunity to support the growth of the broader KPMG family and to work closely with our Montreal South Shore, as well as with our clients, in managing the payroll cycle and bookkeeping activities. Your organisational skills and resourcefulness will enable you to effectively manage the accounting for multiple clients and ensure they receive superior-quality service, all under the guidance of experienced colleagues.

What you will do

• Perform payroll tasks for a group of small clients.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping tasks, bank reconciliation, receivable and payables, etc.
• Prepare GST/QST reports.
• Prepare tax slips such as T4s/RL1s, T5s and other relevant slips.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients.
• Occasionally travel to client premises, if required.

What you bring to the role

• Post-secondary education, Accounting and Management or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience with equivalent duties.
• Member of National Payroll Institute/Canadian Payroll Association an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in French.
• Demonstrated expertise in monthly accounting and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Acomba, an asset.
• Ability to prepare reviews and compilation engagement (notices to reader) files and working papers, including unaudited financial statements, is an asset.
• Professionalism, ability to work independently and intrinsic initiative in work performance.
• Organizational skills.
• Positive attitude in situations that may differ from engagement to engagement and under tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage several files simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.

The selected candidate must demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly explain and simplify complex audit and reporting matters for diverse audiences. Proficiency in English is required, as the position involves communicating and delivering presentations to clients and stakeholders at KPMG Canada in English‑speaking regions of Canada.

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.

AI Usage

Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology‑first, people‑driven firm.