Senior Accountant, Audit (International Candidates)

OverviewAt 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 & Assurance practice, you’ll deliver highquality 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.We are seeking experienced Senior Accountants who are ready to bring their expertise to our Audit practice across the Ontario and Atlantic region – this opportunity is exclusively for applicants outside of Canada.KPMG Canada welcomes talent from around the world, and we’re committed to helping exceptional candidates successfully transition to life and work in Canada. This is your chance to grow your career in a world-class firm known for its collaborative, people-first culture and for its leadership in inclusion, innovation, and professional development.Roles available 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)Private EnterprisePlease note that relocation packages are provided to successful candidates on a casebycase basis with a variety of factors taken into consideration. What you will doApply KPMG's audit and accounting practices and methodologies on client engagementsConduct external financial statement audits for both public and private companiesLeadership of field engagement teams as well as coaching and mentoring junior staff membersPerform analysis of complex accounting issuesPerform financial and systems analysisDevelop and maintain relationships with clients What you bring to the roleFour year Bachelor’s degree required4+ years post graduate experience in external audits of publicly listed entities or privately owned businessesInternationally recognized professional accounting designation requiredExperience with IFRS, US GAAP and/or PCAOBExcellent project management, teamwork and interpersonal skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work both independently, with little supervision and within a team environmentEffectively monitors multiple or complex projects regularly to check how they are progressing against deadlines and budgetExcellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationshipsDedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of dutiesUses previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the clientAble to use a range of techniques to analyze an issue KPMG Ontario Pay Range InformationThe expected base salary range for this position is $66,500 to $99,000 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.Providing you with the support you need to be at your best Our Values, The KPMG WayIntegrity, 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 mattersKPMG 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 processAt 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 UsageWeembrace 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. Qualifications:Four year Bachelor’s degree required4+ years post graduate experience in external audits of publicly listed entities or privately owned businessesInternationally recognized professional accounting designation requiredExperience with IFRS, US GAAP and/or PCAOBExcellent project management, teamwork and interpersonal skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work both independently, with little supervision and within a team environmentEffectively monitors multiple or complex projects regularly to check how they are progressing against deadlines and budgetExcellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationshipsDedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of dutiesUses previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the clientAble to use a range of techniques to analyze an issue KPMG Ontario Pay Range InformationThe expected base salary range for this position is $66,500 to $99,000 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.Providing you with the support you need to be at your bestEducation:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME