Overview
Your work matters. As part of our Audit & Assurance 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 challenge, where curiosity and critical thinking are encouraged. Through high support, 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 challenge and high support work together. That balance is how our values show up-in how we work, how we lead, and what we deliver.

Our Vancouver office is seeking Senior Accountants across three of our industry groups:

• Financial Institutions and Real Estate (FIRES)
• Information and Communications, Consumer Markets and Entertainment (ICE)
• Energy and natural resources (ENR)

What you will do

• Conduct external audits and lead teams in this regard.
• Assist with developing the audit plan and execute the audit of financial statements and notes thereto.
• Identify, analyze and conclude on accounting issues.
• Lead engagement teams in the field and coach and mentor junior staff members.
• Continuous communication with Managers and Partners updating the progress and status of the audit.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Management of the client.
• Provide service that represents a high-value mark for our firm, helping companies assess their risk as they work to ensure transparency across their operations.
• At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.
  
  

What you bring to the role

• Undergraduate degree
• Successful completion of the CFE or working towards a CPA designation
• 3 - 5 years working in a public accounting firm using IFRS, working with publicly listed and/or private clients.
• Obtained experience working on financial institution or real estate clients would be desirable, however is not a requirement.
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and are a strong team player.
• Meticulous attention to detail, organization and planning skills.
  
  

KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $59,500 to $94,500 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.

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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.