Overview:
At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.
In Valuations you will combine technical knowledge with real-life practical experience to provide advisory services as they pertain to value and put forward valuations of businesses, business interests, and/or intangible assets.
Working as part of the team you will acquire the skills and expertise to meet the challenging dynamics of business valuation across a breadth of contexts, be it financial reporting, tax compliance, litigation support, shareholder negotiations, internal planning, financial modeling…and the list goes on.
You will also get exposure to projects involving businesses of varying sizes and operating in a diverse array of industries, allowing you to gain valuable experience while building your professional network, business acumen and working toward the prestigious Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) designation.
Our valuation approach is rigorous. We invest the time required to understand our client, the industry and the subject business. We combine our knowledge of valuation principles and techniques with our practical understanding of capital markets. We excel when faced with complex and unusual issues. Our conclusions are well supported, and our reports are clear and concise.
What you will do:
- Assist in performing valuation assignments in support of transactions, financial reporting, and other services across a diverse range of industries
- Manage multiple engagements and successfully complete client deliverables on a timely basis
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Review business plans, financial statements, agreements, board packages, financial models, etc.
- Prepare financial models, apply valuation methodologies in a meaningful way and perform financial analyses utilizing tools such as Bloomberg and Capital IQ
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Conduct industry and economic research
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Prepare, review and edit reports, analyses and memorandums, with a persistent view of improvement in quality and use of the latest available tools
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Enjoy a positive team atmosphere in which we are constantly learning from each other and sharing experiences and ideas
What you bring to this role:
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CPA qualification or on track to achieve with 3+ years of relevant post-grad work experience
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Creative problem-solver with strong attention to detail and interest in continuous learning
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Enrolled, or planning to enroll in the CBV program, with a view and keen interest to obtain the CBV designation
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Technical knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/or other accounting standards and fair value issues arising therein
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A self-starter who thrives working in a dynamic environment, where no two projects are the same
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Ability to quickly build effective working relationships and comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent work ethic and dedication to meeting deliverable timelines
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Ability to communicate effectively with clients and KPMG internal contacts in a professional manner
KPMG BC Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $65,500 to $102,500 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.
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 1-888-466-4778.
AI Usage
We embrace 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.
