Resource Planner

KPMG LLP Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Resource Planner to enhance its Audit practice. This pivotal role involves managing resource assignments, ensuring optimal utilization of talent, and supporting individual career development. You will play a key part in aligning employee needs with client demands while maintaining high standards of service. If you possess excellent communication skills in both French and English and are adept at managing conflicting priorities, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in a supportive environment that values integrity and excellence.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in French and English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage priorities.
• Experience in professional services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Update the Retain system for new hires and maintain employee lists.
• Track vacation days and study leaves for audit employees.
• Support audit partners with administrative tasks.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Client service skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Attention to detail

Leadership image

Ability to learn new software

Education

Experience in a professional services environment

Tools

Excel

Retain Scheduling System

Job description

Overview

Resource planning is a critical business function at KPMG. It ensures that we have the right people, with the right skills, in the right locations, available at the right time. Working closely with the business, Resource Management ensures the effective utilization and development of our people.

Your role contributes significantly to KPMG delivering its business performance and also plays a key role in helping individuals at KPMG fulfil their career ambitions.
The Resource Planner has overall responsibility for client facing professionals within their service area, which includes the assignment of resources at all levels using Retain Scheduling System (Retain). The objective is to align individual career development and preferences with client assignment needs as well as the financial objectives of the business.This role will support our Audit practice.

What you will do

In Audit, the management of Retain is split between two roles. The candidate chosen for this position will be responsible for:

• updating the system when there are new hires;
• following-up with People Leaders when there are new hires in order to assign a Performance Manager and a Coach;
• maintain the employee list for the two departments (the larger audit function and enterprise), including all levels;
• keeping track of audit employees’ vacation days and sick leaves;
• keeping track of study leaves for employees completing their CPA, i.e. coordinating their leave and their return to work.
• working closely and in collaboration with the other Audit Resource Planner

The role may require supporting audit partners with administrative tasks.

What you bring to the role

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.
• Ability to manage conflicting demands and priorities.
• Excellent client service skills.
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of duties.
• Strategic and innovative thinking skills with strong problem-solving and project management skills, including the ability to understand the financial impact of relevant options.
• Strong attention to detail and care for work.
• Aptitude and desire to build strong relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, optimism and patience in working with consultants in reviewing their personal development needs.
• Ability to be open minded, practical and adaptable to change.
• Excellent judgment; has a broad view and good common sense.
• Strong leadership image, impeccable ethical standards and integrity, objectivity, confidence and dedication.
• Ability to quickly learn new software.
• Excellent knowledge of Excel.
• Retain Scheduling System knowledge is an asset.
• Experience in a professional services environment is preferred.

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.