Associate, Corporate Finance

Overview

KPMG Canada offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where different viewpoints help address major business challenges across the country. In this role, you can strengthen your long-term career, gain momentum through ongoing support, and take on meaningful work that contributes to real outcomes.

KPMG Corporate Finance Inc. is the Ontario Securities Commission-regulated platform through which KPMG LLP delivers investment banking services in Canada. Its core work includes advising on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, as well as supporting financing activities such as raising debt and equity capital.

As an Associate in Corporate Finance, you will build significant transaction advisory experience by contributing to the daily execution of merger, acquisition, divestiture, and capital advisory assignments.

What You Will Do

• Support the preparation of transaction materials, including pitch books, teasers, and confidential information memorandums.
• Build and maintain integrated financial models that help guide key decision points in transactions.
• Help identify possible acquisition targets, buyers, and/or investors.
• Work directly with clients, advisors, and transaction counterparties as part of the deal process.
• Contribute to business development efforts and support the initiation of new deals.
• Gather and present analytical and market intelligence, such as public company valuation multiples and industry research.
• Be prepared to work beyond standard hours when business demands require it, while also benefiting from flexibility to address personal needs.

What You Bring To The Role

• A post-secondary degree plus 3 or more years of relevant experience in corporate finance, transaction advisory, or public accounting.
• A strong history of delivering projects effectively in a demanding, fast-moving professional environment.
• Solid technical finance knowledge, including an understanding of financial statements and core accounting principles.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Compensation and Total Rewards

The anticipated base pay for this position is between $69,000 and $107,500 annually. The role may also qualify for bonus awards. Final pay will depend on factors such as location, skills, capabilities, and overall qualifications. KPMG also provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package.

Values and Workplace Culture

KPMG’s values emphasize integrity, excellence, courage, teamwork, and doing what matters. The organization describes itself as an equal opportunity employer committed to a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace where everyone can contribute fully and bring their whole selves to work.

Recruitment Adjustments and Accommodations

KPMG supports an inclusive hiring process and can provide adjustments or accommodations based on individual needs and role requirements. Examples include extra preparation time, micro breaks during interviews, accessible communication supports, or technology aids. Candidates may request support at any stage of the process by contacting KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team at 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage in Recruitment

KPMG uses artificial intelligence tools to improve the candidate experience and make recruitment processes more efficient. These tools may assist with organizing applications or identifying relevant qualifications, but they are not used to make hiring decisions. Final hiring decisions are made by trained hiring managers and recruitment professionals. Any AI used in recruitment is reviewed through risk assessments aligned with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework, including security and privacy requirements.

Additional Information

KPMG states that technology should support human judgment rather than replace it, reflecting its goal of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.