Senior Accountant, Audit - Enterprise

KPMG Canada; Oakville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada is seeking a Senior Accountant for their Audit team. The role involves conducting audits, mentoring junior staff, and developing client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a degree in accounting and relevant experience. Join a diverse team dedicated to turning insights into opportunities for clients.

Qualifications

• 2+ years post-graduate experience with a public accounting firm.
• Experience with ASPE and ASNPO.

Responsibilities

• Conduct external and internal financial statement audits.
• Lead field engagement teams and mentor junior staff.
• Analyze complex accounting issues.

Skills

Project Management

Teamwork

Communication

Client Service

Analytical Techniques

Education

Accounting/Business Degree

CPA Designation

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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 Enterprise Audit group is looking for Senior Accountants to join its dynamic team.

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

What You Will Do

1. Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices and methodologies at client engagements.
2. Conduct external and internal financial statement audits for both public and private companies.
3. Lead field engagement teams as well as coach and mentor junior staff members.
4. Analyze complex accounting issues.
5. Perform financial and systems analysis.
6. Develop and maintain relationships with clients.

As an Audit professional, you will provide high-value services that help companies assess their risk and ensure transparency across their operations.

What You Bring To The Role

1. An accounting/business degree.
2. Successful completion of the CFE and/or working towards a CPA designation.
3. 2+ years post-graduate experience with a public accounting firm.
4. Excellent project management, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
6. The ability to work independently and within a team environment.
7. Experience with ASPE and ASNPO.
8. Ability to monitor multiple or complex projects regularly against deadlines and budgets.
9. Excellent client service skills and understanding of clients' businesses.
10. Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of service and professionalism.
11. Experience mentoring and delegating to junior staff.
12. Technical knowledge beneficial to the client.
13. Analytical techniques to resolve issues.

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 an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and barrier-free workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply.

Adjustments and accommodations

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. Adjustments or accommodations can be requested at any stage. For support, contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team at 1-888-466-4778.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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