Private Enterprise Audit Intern (Sep 2024)

About KPMG

Headquartered in Amstelveen, Netherlands, KPMG is one of the world's great audit, advisory, and tax firms that help organizations negotiate risks and perform in today's dynamic and challenging environments. By helping other organizations mitigate risks & grasp opportunities, they can drive positive, sustainable change for clients, their people & society at large.

Your role

What you will do:

The Victoria office is seeking undergraduate business students intending to pursue their CPA designation to join the team as 4-month co-op hires in January 2025 as a part of their KPMG Private Enterprise group.

About the KPMG team:

• As a member of the KPMG Enterprise team, you will have the opportunity to work directly with some of today's leading organizations, understand their processes, and help them meet evolving financial reporting standards and regulations.
• KPMG Enterprise offers audit and assurance services to a variety of private, not-for-profit, and public sector clients within different industries.
• Under the guidance of seasoned KPMG Enterprise professionals, you will grow to understand the needs of your clients and provide effective advice to help owners achieve their goals.

Training & development

At KPMG you will find opportunities across geographies and industries to do work that matters with a team of peers, mentors, and leaders who value your unique perspectives and experiences. As a full-time employee at the firm, you will have the opportunity to work closely with their clients and learn about different industries while you advance your learning and development goals through personalized on-the-job training, supported by your performance manager, to ensure your growth is continuous throughout your career journey

Salary & benefits

The expected annual base salary range for this position is CAD50,000 - CAD66,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards.

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Workday flexibility.
• Experiential learning opportunities.
• Well-being and productivity initiatives.
• Career progression avenues.
• Employee recognization.
• Individualized digital learning programs.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Life and health spending accounts

Career progression

Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that’ll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. With a focus on encouraging employees to come as they are, KPMG provides its employees with a variety of unique tools and support systems that ensure they thrive and make their mark in their careers and their communities. 

Work-life balance

KPMG  is a proud equal opportunities employer and they are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all of their people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to their success and they believe in bringing your whole self to work. They welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG as your employer of choice. Including remote work and travel program opportunities and 50 personal care hours beyond your vacation time.

Culture & vibe

The company's culture is deeply entrenched in its values. KPMG has a work environment built on trust, mutual respect, willingness to collaborate, honesty, diversity, and flexibility. These values & qualities help bring out the best in their employees and are a good training ground for fresh graduates and interns. Fresh graduates and interns can grow and thrive in this kind of organization.

About you

What you bring to the role:

• You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront.
• You’re passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.

How you will succeed: 

• You have a strong academic record
• You are committed to achieving your Canadian CPA designation and are working to obtain the CPA-required pre-requisite courses at your post-secondary institution.
• You develop collaborative relationships: Establish meaningful relationships internally and externally and develop wide and productive networks.
• You develop and motivate others: Engage others, instill confidence, and support people to find meaning in their work and achieve exceptional results.
• You take opportunities to learn and adapt: Use insights and self-reflection to develop capability and embrace new challenges.
• You are committed to quality: Delivers high-quality results and exceptional service that provide value.
• You foster innovation: Embrace a culture of innovation and experimentation to create value.

Sources

• youtube.com
• careers.kpmg.ca
• kpmg.ca./careers/