Manager, Audit - Public Companies

KPMG • Halifax, NS

13h

About The Position

As part of KPMG's Audit & Assurance practice, this role delivers high-quality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. The practice fosters an environment of high challenge, where curiosity and critical thinking are encouraged, combined with high support, including progressive learning, strong coaching, inclusive teamwork, and a shared commitment to integrity. This creates a culture where the best work happens when high challenge and high support work together. The firm is looking for Managers to join their dynamic team. Teams of professionals help clients manage risk so they can focus on their core business. By intimately understanding each client’s business, they convert information into insights to uncover hidden opportunities to improve client efficiency and performance. As part of the management team, the Manager will lead KPMG's audit teams and ensure the correct accounting practices and methodologies are applied to clients. Clients will look to the Manager to add value to their business throughout the audit engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career servicing some of the largest and most exciting clients in the market. Join a winning team!

Requirements

• Canadian CPA designation or international equivalent.
• 5 + years of experience working with a public practice accounting firm.
• Previous experience using IFRS working with publicly listed clients.
• Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to manage conflicting demands and priorities.
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service.
• Proven background of building a client base and adding revenue.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Are a strong team player and have meticulous attention to detail.
• Professional accounting firm experience is a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the audits of our clients.
• Oversee and manage audits from planning to completion.
• Participate in the practice group to assist in implementing group business plan.
• Work with members of the practice management group to meet the goals of the assurance financial plan.
• Counsel, train, and mentor audit staff.
• Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices/methodologies on client engagement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed