Senior Associate, Financial Due Diligence, Transaction Services

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Within KPMG's Transaction Services practice, our professionals provide financial due diligence services on behalf of our clients to help them drive value from M&A (Merger & Acquisitions) with a forward-thinking approach to deal planning. We are currently looking for experienced CPA professionals, at the Senior Associate level with Audit, Transactions Services and/or Financial Services experience.

Are you a talented individual with a proven track record on executing project deliverables?

Our Transaction Services team in Toronto is looking for a professional like you with the skills and drive to make a real difference.

As a Senior Associate, you will be working in multi-disciplinary teams and apply your professional and technical skills on a wide variety of transactions, at various stages of the transaction cycle.

• Support managers and partners in managing project timelines and deliver multiple simultaneous client engagements of varying size, scope, and complexity
• Evaluate business’ historical performance and sustainability of earnings / cash flows, working capital cycles, financial projections, key contractual commitments, accounting policies and management control environment
• Identify and report on key issues, perform the relevant financial analysis, and interpret results.
• Participate in KPMG’s engagement teams with senior client executives, attorneys, and investors.
• Write detailed professional reports and other client deliverables.
• Establish credibility and develop relationships with current and prospective clients.
• On occasion, support other business units in a cross-functional role (e.g., Valuations, Corporate Finance, Restructuring, Global Infrastructure Advisory Group, etc.).

• Must have a professional designation (CPA, CA) or working towards CPA
• Experience in either Audit or Financial Due Diligence / Transaction Services.
• Financial and commercial awareness with sound investigative skills.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to speak other languages is an asset (e.g., French, Mandarin or Spanish).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills at a business level
• Interpersonal skills with professional maturity and demonstrated ability to effectively interact and build relationships with a diverse group of clients and colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast-paced environment LI-ET1

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $69000 to $107500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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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 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage

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