Evaluating a business’ historical performance and sustainability of earnings/cash flows, working capital cycles, financial projections, key contractual commitments, accounting policies and management control environment.
Identifying and reporting key issues, performing the relevant financial analysis, and interpreting results.
Undertaking smaller assignments or assisting on larger assignments reporting to a manager, senior manager, or a partner.
Participating in KPMG’s engagement teams with senior client executives, attorneys, and investors.
Writing detailed professional reports and other client deliverables.
Establishing credibility and developing relationships with current and prospective clients.
Providing support/assistance for proposals.
Contributing to the effective working of the team and development of team morale.
Occasionally supporting one of our other business units in a cross-functional role (e.g. Valuations, Corporate Finance, Restructuring, Global Infrastructure Advisory Group, etc.).
Requirements :
2+ years of relevant post-grad work experience - M&A experience in an advisory, corporate, bank, or private equity environment is considered an asset.
CPA Student, CPA or equivalent and an MBA, CFA, CBV, or CMA is a plus.
Highly motivated, committed, and flexible to cope with changing priorities and strict deadlines.
Financial and commercial awareness with strong analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast-paced environment is essential.
Curiosity, healthy skepticism, creativity, and attention to detail.
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Above-average proficiency using Microsoft Excel.
Ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.
Business fluency in French and English- - to ensure communication with internal and external stakeholders.