Senior Accountant, Audit - Enterprise

KPMG • Kitchener, ON

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of KPMG's Audit & Assurance practice, the Senior Accountant will deliver high-quality work that supports trust, transparency, and confidence across both public and private organizations. The firm fosters an environment of high challenge, where curiosity and critical thinking are encouraged, and provides high support through progressive learning, strong coaching, inclusive teamwork, and a shared commitment to integrity. This balance creates a culture where the best work happens. The Enterprise Audit group in the Kitchener-Waterloo office is seeking Senior Accountants to join its dynamic team.

Requirements

• Accounting/business degree required
• Successful completion of the CFE
• 2 - 3 years post graduate experience in public accounting and external audit
• 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
• Experience with ASPE and ASNPO
• 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
• Experience mentoring and delegating work to junior staff
• Previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the client
• Able to use a range of techniques to analyze an issue

Nice To Haves

• Working towards a CPA designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices and methodologies at client engagements
• Conduct external and internal financial statement audits for both public and private companies
• Leadership of field engagement teams
• Coaching and mentoring junior staff members
• Perform analysis of complex accounting issues
• Perform financial and systems analysis
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees