Senior Manager, AAS Center of Excellence at KPMG

Burlington, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Controllership, Operational Accounting, Financial Reporting, IFRS, US GAAP, ASPE, Engagement Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Financial Close Processes, Internal Controls, Business Development, General Ledger Management, Account Reconciliations, ERP Systems, Financial Statement Preparation

Industry

Financial Services

Description

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. Are you a talented and proven leader who motivates teams and provides exceptional customer service? We are looking for Senior Managers to join our dynamic 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. 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! Join KPMG’s Accounting Advisory Services team, where you will lead the delivery of controllership and finance operations support to clients across a range of industries. This role is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional who combines strong technical fundamentals with the ability to lead teams, oversee multiple engagements, and partner with senior client stakeholders to strengthen financial reporting and operational processes. What you will do Lead the delivery of controllership and operational accounting services to private and public company clients across multiple industries Oversee bookkeeping, general ledger management, account reconciliations, and financial close processes, ensuring high‑quality and timely outputs Review and provide guidance on the preparation of financial statements and reporting under IFRS, US GAAP, and ASPE Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, including planning, execution, risk identification, and delivery oversight Act as a primary point of contact for client finance leadership, providing practical guidance on accounting issues, close processes, and financial controls Identify opportunities to enhance finance processes, improve close efficiency, and strengthen internal controls, and support implementation of solutions Coach, develop, and review the work of Managers, and Senior Consultants, fostering a high‑performing team environment Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal support, client relationship expansion, and identifying new service opportunities What you bring to the role Post-secondary degree required Canadian CPA designation, or hold an internationally recognized equivalent accounting designation per CPA Canada guidelines 8+ years’ professional experience, preferably in controllership, operational accounting, and financial reporting Strong working knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and/or ASPE, with the ability to apply guidance in a practical business context Proven experience managing engagements and leading teams in a client‑service or similar environment Experience working across multiple accounting systems and ERPs (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with senior finance leaders and non‑finance executives Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and drive results across multiple workstreams A pragmatic, solutions‑oriented mindset with a focus on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement KPMG Ontario Pay Range Information The expected base salary range for this position is $109,000 to $162,000 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.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of controllership and operational accounting services for public and private clients across various industries. Oversee financial close processes, manage multiple client engagements, and provide guidance on accounting standards and internal controls.