Senior Accountant, Audit - Public Companies

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

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Canada is seeking an Audit professional in Hamilton. The role involves conducting financial audits, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and a CPA designation, with 2-4 years of experience in public audits. Join a diverse team committed to integrity and excellence while delivering high-quality services.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years post graduate experience in external audit of publicly listed entities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Expertise in PCAOB, IFRS and/or US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices at client engagements.
• Conduct financial statement audits for public and private companies.
• Lead field engagement teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Client service

Education

Relevant post-secondary degree

CPA Canada professional education program

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 Hamilton/Oakville, Kitchener and Ottawa offices are hiring for our Public Company practice in the following client groups:

• CIM (Consumer and Industrial Manufacturing)
• Asset Management (Funds, Real Estate, Construction)
• FI (Banks, Credit Unions and Insurance)
• TMT (Technology, Media and Telecommunications)
• ENR (Energy and Natural Resources)

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

• Must have relevant post-secondary degree
• Must be enrolled in or have completed the CPA Canada professional education program, or hold another recognized national professional accounting designation
• 2-4 years post graduate experience in external audit of publicly listed entities (PCAOB, IFRS and/or US GAAP)
• 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 monitor multiple or complex projects regularly to check progression 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 while demonstrating professionalism 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

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\u2019s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.