Vancouver Office – Trade and Customs Tax – Technician- Fall 2025 Start

KPMG LLP Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP Canada is seeking a business diploma graduate for a full-time position in their Trade & Customs Practice, starting Fall 2025. The role involves assisting with customs compliance issues, engaging in client projects, and developing professional skills within a collaborative team environment. Interested candidates should have proficiency in MS Office and strong communication abilities to succeed in this dynamic role focused on improving global trade processes.

Qualifications

• Graduated from a business diploma with a focus on international business or trade.
• Courses in accounting are mandatory.
• English proficiency at a business level is required.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with team members and clients to coordinate meetings.
• Performing customs duties analysis and technical research.
• Supporting client presentations and managing project tasks.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Ability to manage priorities

Education

Business diploma, specialization in international business management or trade & customs

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

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.

With increasing globalization, companies have a growing need for advice on customs legislation and trade compliance.

KPMG's Trade & Customs Practice provides innovative solutions that result in bottom-line benefits for companies involved in importing and exporting goods. To assist our clients, our team analyzes complex global supply chains and associated financial transactions.

We help our clients achieve cost savings by claiming refunds of customs duty, while managing trade compliance risk and enhancing global trade processes. With our KPMG global network, we leverage our technical knowledge in Canadian and international customs legislation as well as business acumen to provide cutting-edge results.

Our Vancouver office is seeking a business diploma graduate to join the team full time starting Fall 2025.

What you will do

You’ll work on client engagements and have access to training, professional development, and innovative learning experiences. From reviewing business processes to analyzing trade data, you’ll be building strong relationships with our people and developing professional skills that will help set you up for success.

Working with the Trade & Customs team requires candidates to be interested in developing experience in various industry sectors, data analytics, customs policy, or global supply chain. As a member of our Trade & Customs Practice, you will have exposure to complex customs compliance issues, Canadian trade initiatives, such as Free Trade Agreements, and provide support to other tax professionals.

You will:

• Liaising with team members and clients to set-up and coordinate meetings (including the circulation of agendas and action items of prior meetings), documenting action items, distributing materials, and providing administrative support
• Support team members who assist clients with various customs matters
• Perform technical research
• Perform customs duties analysis
• Assist with creating client presentations, reports, and summaries of findings.
• Assist with project management tasks
• Review import data and customs documentation for accuracy
• Assisting with the preparation of invoices and analysis of work in progress reports

NOTE: Please note that this position does NOT support the CPA designation.

What you bring to the role

We aim to develop the next generation of leaders through challenging and interesting work. You will gain authentic engagement experience working with client projects across our teams. Along the way, you will broaden your skill set through KPMG’s vast learning and development opportunities that you can take on to your future career.

You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront. You’re passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.

• Graduated from a business diploma, specialization in international business management, international trade or trade & customs would be considered an asset
• Must have taken courses in accounting
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Consistent attention to detail
• Proficiency in English at at business level is required

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $43,000 - $57,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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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.