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Job Title


Senior Accountant


Company : KPMG Canada


Location : Montreal, Montreal (administrative regio


Created : 2025-10-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

At KPMG, youll 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's Audit practice located in our offices Downtown Montreal, in Boisbriand and in Brossard is currently looking for Senior Accountants to join our dynamic team! Our teams of Audit professionals help our clients' manage risk so they can focus on their core business. By intimately understanding each clients business, we convert information into insights to uncover hidden opportunities to improve client efficiency and performance. Responsibilities Apply KPMG's auditing and accounting practices and methods to client engagements. Work closely with Directors and Senior Directors. Lead the audit from planning to completion. Empower selected individuals to lead engagement team members in the field, including less experienced staff. Perform internal and external audits of financial statements for public and private companies. Lead field engagement teams and act as coach and mentor to less experienced staff. Perform analysis of complex accounting issues. Test internal controls. Perform financial and systems analyses. Establish and maintain good customer relations. Requirements Accounting/business diploma Successful completion of the CFE or working towards a CPA designation 3 - 5 years post graduate experience with exposure Experience of PCAOB, IFRS and other financial reporting standards mandatory 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 monitors multiple or complex projects regularly to check how they are progressing 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 and professional 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 Proficiency in English is required for this position. The successful candidate may be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking colleagues or stakeholders at KPMG Canada, located outside of Quebec. Our Values 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 are available. At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. #J-18808-Ljbffr