Financial Analyst, Global Finance

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 Opportunity
Reporting to Manager / Sr Manager, this role executes operational finance activities and provides analytical support for the Global Function assigned.

This is an entry level role with guidance from the management team in achieving objectives of the Finance Business Partner group, by providing key analysis and coordination of processes to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of finance activities. The contributions and inputs from this role, will assist in the production of financial reports, completion of accounting activities, monitoring and processing of transactions, invoices and recharges

What you will do

• Assist senior members of the Global function/cluster team with managing supported budgets, including monthly, quarterly and annual close procedures, adjustments, accruals and reporting
• Prepare reports of financial results, including analysis of costs, recharges and other performance measures specific to the budget area.
• Review transactions and assist with highlighting exceptions, escalating them to reporting manager as appropriate.
• Support invoice processing activities, including tracking AR for stakeholders.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting processes and activities, including validating headcounts information as well as running tests and reconciliations to validate completeness and integrity of the data captured in the budgeting and forecast system
• Provide support to Finance Business Partners with ad hoc projects as needed
• Assist with coordination of offshore controller activities, including invoice processing, monitoring approval status, and support stakeholders or vendors as needed
• Proactively seek to learn and gain understanding of issues and resolution steps, for continuous improvement

What you bring to the role

• Undergraduate degree in business or finance
• CPA or other comparable accounting qualification would be an asset
• 2 -4 years' accounting experience preferably in a large, multinational, professional services environment working with multi-faceted teams and business stakeholders
• Exposure to internal controls, accounting best practices, business analysis and ERP system optimization
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Proficient with Excel
• Self-motivated and proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, being engaged to understand and "read between the lines to broaden knowledge base.

Keys to your success
KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
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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.