Senior Accountant

KPMG LLP Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Montreal is seeking a Senior Accountant to apply auditing practices and lead engagement teams. The ideal candidate will have an accounting diploma, pursue a CPA designation, and possess 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong interpersonal, project management, and communication skills are essential. KPMG offers a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can excel.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years post-graduate experience with exposure to various accounting practices.
• Experience of PCAOB, IFRS and other financial reporting standards is mandatory.
• Proficiency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Apply KPMG's auditing practices to client engagements.
• Lead the audit from planning to completion.
• Perform internal and external audits of financial statements.

Skills

Excellent client service skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent project management skills

Ability to work independently and within a team

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accounting/business diploma

CFE or working towards a CPA designation

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.

Are you a talented individual who provides exceptional customer service?

KPMG's Audit practice located in our offices Downtown Montreal, in Boisbriand and in Brossard is currently looking for Senior Accountants to join our dynamic team!

Our teams of Audit 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.

What you will do

• Apply KPMG's auditing and accounting practices and methods to client engagements.
• Work closely with Directors and Senior Directors.
• Lead the audit from planning to completion.
• Empower selected individuals to lead engagement team members in the field, including less experienced staff.
• Perform internal and external audits of financial statements for public and private companies.
• Lead field engagement teams and act as coach and mentor to less experienced staff.
• Perform analysis of complex accounting issues.
• Test internal controls.
• Perform financial and systems analyses.
• Establish and maintain good customer relations.

As an Audit 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

• Accounting/business diploma
• Successful completion of the CFE or working towards a CPA designation
• 3 - 5 years post graduate experience with exposure
• Experience of PCAOB, IFRS and other financial reporting standards mandatory
• 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
• 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
• Uses 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.