Senior Consultant, Forensics

OverviewAt 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.KPMG’s Forensics practice specializes in investigating, assessing, and resolving financial issues often related to the quantification of economic damages that occur as a result of fraud, business disputes or accident. Our services range from forensic accounting, to litigation support, quantifying insurance losses, providing expert testimony and more.We are looking for someone who has a strong desire to excel as a forensic accountant to join our KPMG forensics team that focuses exclusively on the damage quantification aspects of personal injury and commercial insurance claims.What you will doResponsible for managing and undertaking projects in respect of the quantification of insurance claims, predominately as a result of motor vehicle accidents and commercial lossesGather and analyze financial data for the purposes of quantifying damages and conducting investigationsCorrespond with insurance adjusters, claimants, internal accounting staff and lawyers to discuss file issues and our findingsPrepare reports, schedules and appendices in a clear and concise manner in accordance with generally accepted standards for these types of assignmentsDevelop and maintain client relationships, including accountability for most operational aspects of client engagementDevelop relationships with peers within KPMG and current and prospective clientsWhat you bring to the roleAccounting degree required. Specialty accounting designation (i.e. IFA, CFE, CFF, CBV) would be an assetMinimum 2+ years of experience in forensic accounting, with an emphasis on insurance claim loss quantification; candidates without this experience, but withpublic accounting AND personal/corporate taxexperience will also be consideredProficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Ability to write reports and communicate ideas effectively in writingAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to establish relationships with staff and clientsStrong analytical, accounting and auditing skillsDetail oriented, excellent organizational skillsAble to prioritize with the flexibility to manage workload demands and multiple tasks as requiredProviding you with the support you need to be at your bestOur Values, The KPMG WayIntegrity, 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 mattersKPMG 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 processAt 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