Senior Accountant, Audit

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

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Accountant to provide exceptional audit services. You will apply accounting practices, conduct audits, and lead teams while mentoring junior members. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, CPA designation, and 2-3 years of experience, excelling in client service and communication skills. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years post-graduate experience required.
• Experience with all reporting standards.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices.
• Conduct external and internal financial audits.
• Lead engagement teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Client service skills

Project management

Teamwork

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant post-secondary degree

CPA Ontario 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.

The CIM (Consumer and Industrial Manufacturing) and TMT (Technology Media and Telecommunications) groups are looking for talented individuals who provide exceptional customer service.

KPMG's Audit practice helps clients manage risk so they can focus on their core businesses. By intimately understanding the client's business, we convert information into insights to uncover hidden opportunities to improve client efficiency and performance.

What you will do

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 uncover hidden opportunities to improve client efficiency and performance. As a Senior Accountant you will be required to:

• Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices and methodologies at client engagements
• Conduct external and internal financial statement audits for both public and private companies
• Leadership of field engagement teams as well as coaching and mentoring junior staff members
• Perform analysis of complex accounting issues
• Perform financial and systems analysis
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients

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

• Must have relevant post‑secondary degree and CPA, Ontario Designation or be a Student of CPA Ontario (or recognized national accounting designation).
• 2 - 3 years post graduate experience
• Experience with all reporting standards
• 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
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Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

We provide the support you need to excel.

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

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.