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Job Title


Staff Accountant


Company : KPMG


Location : Hamilton, Hamilton


Created : 2026-01-28


Job Type : Full Time


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. Our worldwide network ofGlobal MobilityServices professionals provide tax and payroll compliance and consulting services to executives and employers of people who work, live and invest outside their home country. We design sophisticated tax planning and compensation strategies to help companies with international workforces and their executives manage their tax liabilities and other expenses of operating in the global business environment. The successful candidate will provide Canadian and US personal and payroll tax services to our multinational clients. You will also be responsible for a variety of technical, administrative, and support functions with regards to the management of our clients'' expatriate tax programs. The ideal candidate enjoys continuous learning and working in a team to deliver exceptional client service. What you will do Become part of a tax engagement team in meeting the tax compliance needs of clients Prepare working paper files for income tax returns for personal tax clients Review Canadian and US personal tax returns Run taxpayer arrival and departure tax consultations Manage client information gathering to ensure accurate and timely completion of returns and schedules Follow-up with tax authorities on notices Opportunity to work with AI tools to improve efficiency and streamline tasks Provide support to team members in related tasks Tax and Payroll Research What you bring to the role Accounting or Business diploma or degree Experience in Canadian and/or US personal tax preparation Excellent computer skills including MS Office Excel experience is required Excellent written and verbal communication skills allowing effective interaction with client and team Enthusiastic with a desire to learn Strong self-motivation, organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines 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 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.