Senior Manager, Public Company Audit

KPMG•Vancouver, BC

About The Position

As part of KPMG's Audit & Assurance practice, you will deliver high-quality 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 looking for Senior Managers to join our Public Company Audit team. Our teams of professionals help our clients' manage risk so they can focus on their core business. By intimately understanding each client’s business, we convert information into insights to uncover hidden opportunities to improve client efficiency and performance. As part of the management team, you will be required to lead KPMG's audit teams and ensure the correct accounting practices and methodologies are applied to our clients. Clients will look to you to add value to their business throughout the audit engagement.

Requirements

Must have relevant post-secondary degree
Canadian CPA designation or international equivalent
8+ years of experience working with a public practice accounting firm
Previous experience using IFRS and PCAOB /controls 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 is derived from your 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
Demonstrated ability to leverage staff through effective delegation and demonstrate strong leadership qualities
Strong mentoring and performance management skills

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the audit of the clients
Manage the audit from planning to completion of statements
Participate in the practice group to assist in implementing the business plan
Work with members of the assurance management group to meet the goals of the assurance financial plan
Counsel, train, and mentor audit staff
Help clients reach solutions on their needs
Working with clients and partners through complex accounting issues to come up with appropriate solutions
Apply KPMG's audit and accounting practices/methodologies on client engagements