Senior Accountant, Audit

KPMG LLP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm as a Senior Accountant in Vancouver, where you will manage audits for diverse clients, ensuring transparency and efficiency. You will lead teams, mentor junior staff, and develop strong client relationships while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years working in a public accounting firm using IFRS.
• Successful completion of the CFE or working towards a CPA designation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct external audits and lead teams.
• Assist with developing and executing the audit plan.
• Identify and analyze accounting issues.

Skills

Client Service

Communication

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Education

Undergraduate Degree

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.

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 identify opportunities and add value to improve client efficiency and performance. As a Senior Accountant, you will be required to apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices and methodologies working with public and private clients.

Our Vancouver office is seeking Senior Accountants across two of our industry groups:

• Financial Institutions and Real Estate (FIRES)
• Information and Communications, Consumer Markets and Entertainment (ICE)

What you will do

• Conductexternal audits and lead teams in this regard.
• Assist with developing the audit plan and execute the audit of financial statements and notes thereto.
• Identify, analyze and conclude on accounting issues.
• Lead engagement teams in the field and coach and mentor junior staff members.
• Continuous communication with Managers and Partners updating the progress and status of theaudit.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Management of the client.
• Provide service that represents a high-value mark for our firm, helping companies assess their risk as they work to ensure transparency across their operations.
• At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

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

• Undergraduate degree
• Successful completion of the CFE or working towards a CPA designation
• 3 - 5 years working in a public accounting firm using IFRS, working with publicly listed and/or private clients.
• For those interested in working with our FIRES team, experience working on financial institution or real estate clients would be desirable, however is not a requirement.
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and are a strong team player.
• Meticulous attention to detail, organization and planning skills.

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $59,500 to $94,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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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.