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DAP Student Club event | CPA Fair – Tuesday, April 4th, 3 pm (RSVP deadline – Sunday, April 2nd, 11:59 pm PT)

For DAP students seeking new challenges and opportunities, our upcoming career fair is not to be missed. This event offers a unique chance to connect with some of Vancouver’s top accounting firms and explore new paths for professional growth and development.

During the fair, you’ll have the chance to engage in meaningful conversations with company representatives, ask questions about their culture and values, and gain insights into the unique learning prospects and growth opportunities available within each organization. Whether you’re looking for a position in audit, taxation, or consulting, this is the perfect opportunity to discover new avenues for advancement and to connect with some of the brightest minds in the industry.

  • Event Date and Location: Tuesday, April 4th, 3:00 – 6:00 pm Conway Room @ Shangri-La Hotel, 1137 Alberni St, Vancouver, V6E 1A5
  • Dress Code: Business casual or formal
  • Ticket Availability: UBC DAP students only
  • Purchase tickets here: https://lnkd.in/e7-6iKJt Tickets are required for entry, none will be available at the door.
  • RSVP Deadline: Sunday April 2nd, 11:59pm

Register today and take the first step towards a brighter, more fulfilling career in accounting. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Registration now open for KPMG GVA’s Spring Recruit Virtual Information Session – Monday, May 1st, 5 pm

You are Invited to KPMG GVA’s Spring Recruit Virtual Information Session!

Hello! With the application deadline quickly approaching, we are excited to invite you to attend KPMG GVA’s Spring Recruit Virtual Information Session, hosted by our GVA Talent Attraction Senior Managers! You will have the opportunity to get better acquainted with KPMG and the services we provide, available opportunities, some last-minute tips and tricks for your applications and interviews, followed by a Q&A session.

Event Details

  • Date: Monday, May 1st, 2023
  • Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm PST
  • Location: Virtual via Zoom
  • If you are interested in attending our Virtual Information Session, please register here. Registration will close on April 30th, 2023, at 11:59pm PST. Confirmation of your registration will be sent on the morning of May 1st, 2023, prior to the event.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the GVA Campus Recruiting team at gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca.

Looking forward to connecting with you!

Thank you,
The GVA Campus Recruiting Team

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Registration now open for The KPMG Experience – Thursday, April 27th, 3:30 pm or 5:30 pm

You are invited to The KPMG Experience

Ever wonder what it really means to get The KPMG Experience? Join us to learn who we are beyond Audit, Tax and Advisory.

This career fair-style event will feature booths where you can explore everything from our audit, tax and various advisory groups to our CPA support programs, people networks, and how we make an impact in our communities.
Connect with the KPMG team and learn about the countless opportunities with us!

Get ready to discover the many tools and support systems KPMG offers to ensure our team members thrive and continue their learning journeys while they make their mark in the firm!

Event Details

  • Date: Thursday, April 27th, 2023
  • Timeslots: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM or 5:30PM – 7:00 PM
  • Location: Vancouver Office
  • Address: 777 Dunsmuir Street, 12th Floor
  • REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.office.com/e/Ss0VLXeviw

Please note that capacity is limited, and preference will be given to students going through Spring Recruit who will be applying to summer internship, co-op and full-time positions starting as early as Fall 2023 through to Fall 2024. If you have already graduated within the past year (1 year) you may register, however all other candidates should be visiting our Experienced Professionals career page and applying for those opportunities.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the GVA campus recruitment team at gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca.

Best Regards,
GVA Campus Recruitment Team

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Registration now open for Fireside Chat Series with KPMG | Tax – Wednesday, April 5th, 12 pm

Tax | Fireside Chat Series
Do you want to learn more about GVA’s Tax Practice? Join us on April 5th where we explore our Tax function in detail and give you the chance to network with our colleagues!

This is the final session of a three-part series where you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation and ask questions with our diverse panellists. Whether you’re looking to gain new insights into our service lines, make new connections with our staff or learn more about our upcoming Spring Recruit, this series is not to be missed!

Event Details
Tax
Date: Wednesday, April 5th, 2023
Time: 12:00pm – 1:45pm
Location: In-person at the KPMG Vancouver Office (virtual option also provided)

Registration:
Please register here. Registration for the in-person option closes March 29th at 11:59pm PST. Registration for the virtual option closes April 3rd at 11:59pm PST. Please note that priority for in-person attendance will be given to current students or recent grads intending to apply to KPMG’s Tax group in the Greater Vancouver Area.

These sessions are intended for current post-secondary students studying at Canadian Institutions who will be applying to summer internship, co-op and full-time positions starting as early as Fall 2023 through to Fall 2024 in the Greater Vancouver Area. If you have already graduated within the past year (1 year) you may register, however all other candidates should be visiting our Experienced Professionals career page and applying for those opportunities.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the GVA campus recruiting team at gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca

Thank you,
GVA Campus Recruiting Team

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Save the Date | The KPMG Experience – Thursday, April 27th (registration information coming soon)

Save the date!

Ever wonder what it really means to get The KPMG Experience? Join us to learn who we are beyond Audit, Tax and Advisory.

This career fair-style event will feature booths where you can explore everything from our audit, tax and various advisory groups to our CPA support programs, people networks, and how we make an impact in our communities.

Connect with the KPMG team and learn about the countless opportunities with us!

Get ready to discover the many tools and support systems KPMG offers to ensure our team members thrive and continue their learning journeys while they make their mark in the firm!

Event Details

Date: Thursday, April 27th, 2023
Timeslots: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM or 5:30PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Vancouver Office
Address: 777 Dunsmuir Street, 12th Floor
 
Registration information coming soon!

If you have any questions, please reach out to the GVA campus recruitment team at gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca.

Best Regards,
GVA Campus Recruitment Team

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Reminder – Winning Applications workshop for CPA Public Practice Spring Recruit this Tuesday, March 28th, 4:45 pm

As a reminder, DAP career coach, Russell Garrett, will be holding a virtual workshop this Tuesday, March 28th, 4:45 pm for this year’s Spring CPA Public Practice Recruit, focusing on preparing winning application for this Spring Recruit.

Tuesday, March 28th, 4:45 to 6:15 pm – Winning Applications
As accounting firms begin advertising and posting student job applications in the summer, knowing how to prepare an application that fits what they are looking for REALLY matters. In this highly competitive recruiting period, learn how to prepare cover letters and resumes that will help YOU stand out among the hundreds of other student applicants. A winning approach may even yield multiple interviews and offers.

Registration for both of this workshops will be open on COOL until Monday, March 27th.

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Academic

Winter Term 2 exam schedule with locations now available

The Winter Term 2 final exam schedule has now been updated to include the classroom locations for in-person classes and you can find the updated schedule on UBC’s Exams page. Your exams schedule on SSC should now also be updated with these details.

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Registration open for PwC’s Coffee Chat Series – RSVP by Monday, March

Are you curious about the day in the life of a PwC professional? What client engagements might look like for an accountant? How to manage work, while working towards your CPA?

The PwC Campus Team will be hosting our Coffee Chat Series: 20-minute coffee chats with a PwC professional. We’ll do our best to pair you up with someone in your interested Line of Service!

Coffee Chat Program Details:
Date: March 27 to April 6, 2023 (Weekdays)
Where: Virtual on Google Meet or if you’re both comfortable with it, in-person!
How to register: Please fill in your information and availability in this Google Form: https://forms.gle/sZQdSXUJohSudWHR6

Once you are matched with a PwC representative, we will be sending you an email with both of your common availabilities. The PwC representative should reach out to schedule a chat, but if you don’t hear back within 24 hours please send them an email.

Please note the following:

  • These coffee chats are targeted to students interested in pursuing their CPA designation. As there are a limited number of representatives, please ensure you limit to one response and submit your form by March 20, 2023.
  • This coffee chat program is targeted towards CPA students interested in applying to our Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, or Winnipeg offices. 
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Get application and interview ready for Spring CPA Public Practice Recruit (2024 start dates) – Upcoming virtual workshops on Tuesday, March 28th and Tuesday, May 9th

DAP career coach, Russell Garrett, will be holding two virtual workshops for this year’s Spring CPA Public Practice Recruit, focusing on two upcoming milestone events in this recruitment cycle – applications and interviews.

The majority of public practice accounting firms will be hiring through this cycle, so if you are interested in working in public practice and will have all of your CPA PEP pre-requisites in time to start a full-time role in 2024, attend these upcoming sessions to get your applications ready and prepare for interviews.

  • Tuesday, March 28th, 4:45 to 6:15 pm – Winning Applications
    As accounting firms begin advertising and posting student job applications in the summer, knowing how to prepare an application that fits what they are looking for REALLY matters. In this highly competitive recruiting period, learn how to prepare cover letters and resumes that will help YOU stand out among the hundreds of other student applicants. A winning approach may even yield multiple interviews and offers.
  • Tuesday, May 9th, 4:45 to 6:15 pm – Successful Interviews
    Preparing for an accounting firm interview is different than most students have experienced. Meet accounting companies’ expectations by making sure you know and prepare for every interview possibility. In this arena, introductions, answers, questions, conversations and follow up all matter. Build your interviewing success from “Hello” all the way through to your follow up after the interview is over!

Registration for both of these workshops is now open on COOL.

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International Students

Online event | DAP-exclusive Post-Graduation Work Permit workshop – Wednesday, April 4th, 4:30 pm

UBC International Student Advising will be holding a DAP-exclusive workshop on the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) application process on Wednesday, April 4th, 4:30 pm.

Are you wondering “Now what?” as you come close to completing your program?

This session will highlight the benefits of the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as you consider your options to further your studies, work in Canada or apply for permanent residence. You will learn about timelines to apply for the PGWP, eligibility requirements, how to prepare your application, work eligibility, and what you need to know if you have family members in Canada too. The information provided will take the potential impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic into consideration.

Registration for this session is now open on COOL.

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