Manager, Global Finance Business Partner

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Finance Business Partner to manage finance activities for specific budgets. The role involves collaboration with leadership and requires strong analytical skills and stakeholder management. Ideal candidates will have a degree in finance and CPA certification, along with extensive experience in financial and management accounting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' of progressive financial and management accounting experience.
• Experience communicating with key stakeholders and business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Manage full scope of finance activities associated with specific budgets.
• Responsible for execution of all controlling activities, spanning FP&A, budgets, forecasts.
• Analyze and prepare commentaries about financial performance.

Skills

Communication

Business Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in business or finance

CPA or other comparable accounting qualification

Tools

ERP system optimization

Job description

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.

Reporting to the Director or Sr Manager, this role will manage the full scope of finance activities associated with specific budgets within one of the clusters groups, with directional guidance from Manager. The Finance Business Partner acts as a collaboration partner between leadership of the supported function, KPMGI Finance and with the Finance Director / Senior Manager.

What you will do

• Responsible for execution of all controlling activities, spanning FP&A, budgets, forecasts, expenditure controls, invoicing, in coordination with reporting manager and Portfolio Lead and in close collaboration with other team members
• Manage and execute period close activities, including accruals, adjustments, reporting and analysis
• Analyze, seek business insight and prepare commentaries about financial performance of the supported budget areas
• Ensure functional stakeholders are presented with accurate, comprehensive and timely finance information to enable effective decision making
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with stakeholders in the supported Global teams
• Manage junior members of the team, including offshore resources, assisting with skill development and facilitating continuous improvement efforts

What you bring to the role

• Undergraduate degree in business or finance
• CPA or other comparable accounting qualification or relevant experience
• Experience communicating with key stakeholders and business leaders
• 5+ years' of progressive financial and management accounting experience preferably in a large, multinational, professional services environment
• Breadth of experience with internal controls, accounting best practices, business analysis and ERP system optimization

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 the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. 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.