Senior Accountant, Audit - Enterprise

KPMG LLP Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Ontario is seeking a Senior Accountant to conduct audits and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate has an accounting degree, 2+ years of public accounting experience, and is either CPA-designated or in progress. Strong client service skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. This role offers professional development opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years post graduate experience in public accounting and external audit.
• Successful completion of the CFE and/or working towards a CPA designation.
• Experience with ASPE and ASNPO.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Project management

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Client service skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Accounting/business degree

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 Enterprise Audit group in Ottawa, ON is searching for Senior Accountants to join their dynamic team.

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

• 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

• Accounting/business degree
• Successful completion of the CFE and/or working towards a CPA designation.
• 2+ years post graduate experience in public accounting and external audit.
• 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.
• Experience with ASPE and ASNPO.
• 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.
• Experience mentoring and delegating work to junior staff.
• Previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the client.
• Able to use a range of techniques to analyze an issue.

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.