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Senior Accountant, Audit - Public CompaniesKPMG • Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Senior Accountant, Audit - Public Companies

Senior Accountant, Audit - Public Companies

KPMG • Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Overview
At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada's most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

Your work matters. As part of our Audit & Ass urance practice, you'll deliver high-quality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. We foster an environment of high c hallenge , where curiosity and critical thinking are encouraged. Through high s upport , including progressive learning, strong coaching, inclusive teamwork, and a shared commitment to integrity, we perform at our best - measuring what matters, recognizing impact, and continuously evolving to deliver excellence. This creates a culture where the best work happens when high c hallenge and high s upport work together. That balance is how our values show up-in how we work, how we lead, and what we deliver .

Our Hamilton/Oakville and Kitchener offices are hiring Senior Accountants 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)
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.
What you bring to the role
  • Must have relevant post-secondary degree
  • Enrolment in the CPA Canada professional education program or holding another nationally recognized professional accounting designation an asset
  • 2+ 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
KPMG Ontario Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $88,500 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.

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.

AI Usage
Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG's Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It's one of the many ways we're delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.
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