Senior Manager - Forensic Investigations

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to join the Forensic practice in Toronto. This role involves managing forensic assignments, conducting complex financial analyses, and contributing to business development. The ideal candidate possesses a CPA designation and 7+ years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace policies

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience, including 2-4 years in a forensic role.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide client service and carry out field work on various assignments.
• Perform detailed and complex financial analysis.
• Assist with interviews related to fraud or misconduct.

Skills

Forensic analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting skills

Data analytics

Education

Chartered Professional Accountant designation

Business degree

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

SQL database

eDiscovery software

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.

KPMG Forensic helps uncover the facts and create clarity when people and organizations do not agree, or where financial and business behaviour does not comply with expectations. Our professionals can offer support after an incident to help our clients investigate allegations of fraud and misconduct, quantify losses in a commercial dispute, provide expert witness services, and recover damages. We also get involved before any incident has occurred - to help address exploitable weaknesses in corporate processes and systems. Our national team includes investigative accountants, business valuators, analysts, forensic technology experts, former police officers and others with specialized skills.

KPMG Forensic is interested in hiring an experienced Senior Manager to join its GTA practice. This specialized group will give you a unique opportunity to apply and further develop your litigation and forensic and investigative accounting skills. The variety of assignments will provide you with exposure to many interesting and challenging situations.

What you will do

• Working closely with the Partners in providing client service and carrying out the day-to-day field work on a variety of assignments. This includes achieving quality and timeliness of working papers and deliverables. The candidate will often be responsible for managing several engagements at one time.
• Performing detailed and often complex financial analysis.
• Assisting with interviews of individuals who have knowledge of, or are allegedly involved in, fraud or misconduct or other engagement related matters.
• Preparing file documentation and ensuring appropriate document management.
• Assisting with the preparation of written reports summarizing our procedures and findings. Assisting in establishing and monitoring project budgets, ensuring timely billing and collections, etc. Assisting the Partners in new client evaluation, engagement acceptance and related risk management practices.
• Some supervision of junior employees on engagements and administrative projects. Sharing in the administrative tasks related to the operation of KPMG Forensic.
• Actively participating in marketing and business development at a Senior Manager level, this will include developing your professional network, attending networking events, writing articles, preparing and delivering presentations and other activities to raise your profile within the business community.
• Out of town travel in Canada or internationally on short notice will arise occasionally and may possibly involve extended travel periods.

What you bring to the role

A successful candidate will possess the following skills and behaviours:

• 7+ years of professional experience including 2-4 years in a forensic role and 2+ years of assurance/audit experience.
• Chartered Professional Accountant designation required. Business degree required.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Effective troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze large amounts of information.
• Excellent computer skills (MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Access). Additionally, experience with data analytics, SQL database or eDiscovery software such as Relativity is an asset.
• Chartered Business Valuator designation, CA∙IFA designation and Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) credential are assets.

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.