Vice President

Vice President / Associate Vice President, Corporate Finance Apply for the Vice President / Associate Vice President, Corporate Finance role at KPMG Canada. 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. When you join KPMG Corporate Finance, you’ll work with the #1 ranked mid‑market investment bank in Canada. KPMG Corporate Finance Inc. is the Ontario Securities Commission regulated entity through which KPMG LLP’s investment banking services are provided in Canada. KPMG’s Corporate Finance services are principally comprised of merger, acquisition and divestiture advisory services and financing services including raising debt and equity capital. We offer independent financial advisory and investment banking services to both private and public companies. Acting independently of financing sources, we provide clients with objective advice, focusing on strategies that can help meet corporate and shareholder objectives. Our Canadian team consists of over 100 bankers and works with a global team of over 3,000 bankers in 92 offices, thus providing KPMG Corporate Finance with a broad reach and established contacts. In this role you will work in one of our Calgary, Edmonton or Winnipeg offices and report to our Managing Directors and Senior Vice Presidents. You are a self‑starter who has experience leading and negotiating mergers and acquisitions and will bring your client‑facing experience to deliver transactions for shareholders, entrepreneurs and private equity clients. What You Will Do Assume responsibility for the day-to-day execution and delivery of service on a range of corporate finance projects. Draft pitch books, teasers, confidential information memorandums (CIM) and other merger & acquisition documentation. Manage, mentor and train junior corporate finance professionals. Prepare and review various forms of financial analysis, including complex financial models. Conduct market and industry research, detailed financial analysis and business valuations. Assist in the identification of potential acquisition targets, purchasers and/or investors. Undertake engagement and practice management responsibilities, including billings and adherence to professional practice requirements. Lead proactive business development and deal initiation activities. At times, business needs arise, and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal workday or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, employees need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this. What You Bring To The Role Four to six years of relevant post-graduate experience, in Corporate Finance, or a related field e.g. transaction advisory, investment banking, private equity, or corporate development. Proven track record of M&A transaction initiation/execution in a fast-paced professional setting – as exhibited by your deal credential list which should accompany your cover letter. CPA, CBV or CFA designations all considered an asset. Strong technical finance proficiency, including knowledge of financial statements and general accounting principles. Demonstrated experience or ability in training and developing junior staff members. Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English). What We Offer Support for candidates enrolled in professionally accredited designation programs (CPA, CBV, CFA, etc.) including paid enrollment costs, paid study/exam days, ongoing coaching and third‑party courses/materials for exam preparation. Meaningful roles on a variety of Corporate Finance assignments for some of Canada’s premier companies, with support and coaching from senior Corporate Finance executives that promote professional growth and development. Assignment of a Performance Manager on day one to help guide and grow your career as a Corporate Finance professional. Deal Advisory team events throughout the year to help build a strong team culture. Modern office space in our recently renovated downtown offices in Calgary, Edmonton and Winnipeg. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr