Project Manager

Posted 16 days ago

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Toronto, ON

Job Description

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

The Project Manager - Tax is responsible for all aspects of project management through an agile software development life cycle of a new and progressing software system being built to fundamentally disrupt the way business has been done in the past.

What you will do

Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software and data platform projects supporting asset management tax.
Collaborate closely with tax professionals, software engineers, data analysts, and business stakeholders to define requirements, project scope, milestones, and deliverables.
Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and risks across multiple concurrent initiatives.
Develop and maintain project documentation, including roadmaps, status reports, and communication plans.
Ensure alignment of technical deliverables with business goals
Facilitate agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and drive continuous delivery and improvement.
Coordinate testing and deployment efforts in collaboration with QA and DevOps teams.
Identify and guide project risk factors and identify and resolve project issues; escalate issues as appropriate
Serve as an advocate of project management principles and standards
Manage internal and client-facing meetings by creating agendas with clear objectives/roles/time allocations, facilitating the call/meeting, taking notes of decisions and action items
Oversee the project change control process

What you bring to the role

5-6 years of project management experience in software development or technology delivery.
Proven experience managing cross-functional technical teams and complex projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with aggressive timelines
Background in a tax, accounting, or financial services environment is a strong asset.
PMP, Scrum Master, or other relevant certifications preferred.
Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile/Scrum/Waterfall).
Excellent organizational, presentation, communication, meeting facilitation, analytical, judgment and supervisory skills
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Asana).
Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and vice versa.

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 the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. 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.

About KPMG

KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and 7,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world. KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et 7 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.