Consultant, Forensics - Insurance Claims Loss Quantification

Posted 6 days ago

Job Details

Full Time

Location

Canada

Job Description

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.

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 do

Responsible for managing and undertaking projects in respect of the quantification of insurance claims, predominately as a result of motor vehicle accidents and commercial losses
Gather and analyze financial data for the purposes of quantifying damages and conducting investigations
Correspond with insurance adjusters, claimants, internal accounting staff and lawyers to discuss file issues and our findings
Prepare reports, schedules and appendices in a clear and concise manner in accordance with generally accepted standards for these types of assignments
Develop and maintain client relationships, including accountability for most operational aspects of client engagement
Develop relationships with peers within KPMG and current and prospective clients

What you bring to the role

A ccounting degree from either college or university required
Experience in forensic accounting, with an emphasis on insurance claim loss quantification; candidates without this experience, but with public accounting AND personal/corporate tax experience will also be considered
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to write reports and communicate ideas effectively in writing
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical, accounting and auditing skills
Detail oriented, excellent organizational skills
Able to prioritize with the flexibility to manage workload demands and multiple tasks as required

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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here .

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.

To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing cdnersteam@kpmg.ca or by calling 1-888-466-4778, Option 3.

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About KPMG

KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and 7,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world. KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et 7 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.