Manager / Senior Manager - Forensic, Damage Quantification

Our Forensic team within Advisory Services is growing. We are looking for a Manager or Senior Manager with at least four years of experience in damage quantification, insurance claims, business valuation, finance, accounting, or audit to join our team in Montréal, Brossard, Boisbriand, Québec City, or other locations.

You will primarily contribute to engagements involving damage quantification in the context of litigation, insurance claims, and other financial disputes, as well as related business valuation engagements.

Our highly specialized and experienced team will provide you with a unique opportunity to work on a wide range of interesting and challenging matters while developing and enhancing your expertise as part of a growing team. KPMG is committed to supporting your professional development and providing ongoing training.

The level of the position will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, technical expertise, engagement management experience, and contribution to business development.

• Lead forensic accounting engagements, primarily involving damage quantification, business valuation, litigation support, and insurance claims.
• Objectively analyze complex financial data and develop financial models to assess economic losses and other financial impacts.Conduct financial, accounting, economic, and industry research.
• Clearly document analyses, assumptions, and sources used.
• Prepare or review financial reports and deliverables for clients, courts, regulatory bodies, or insurance companies, while ensuring compliance with the firm’s quality standards.
• Advise clients on complex financial matters and serve as a subject matter expert in your area of expertise.
• Manage complex or large-scale engagements and projects in accordance with established budgets and timelines.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of team members, ensure the quality of deliverables, and provide timely and relevant feedback.
• Identify engagement opportunities and actively contribute to the firm’s business development efforts.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, legal counsel, insurers, and other stakeholders, and act as a trusted business advisor.
• Contribute to the growth and visibility of the practice through presentations, publications, training sessions, and networking activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of four years of relevant experience in related areas such as damage quantification, insurance claims, business valuation, investigations, finance, accounting, or audit, including substantial experience in forensic accounting or business valuation.
• CPA designation obtained or in progress is considered an asset.
• CBV designation obtained or in progress is highly preferred.
• Excellent research, financial analysis, financial modelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex or large-scale engagements, including budgets, timelines, quality, and resource coordination.
• Strong writing skills, including the ability to prepare detailed technical reports and clear summaries.
• Ability to work collaboratively, receive and provide feedback, and manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle sensitive matters, and exercise professional judgment.
• Excellent relationship-building and relationship management skills, with the ability to establish credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications.

Other relevant qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• CFA designation or other relevant professional designation.
• Advanced knowledge of financial modelling and data analysis.