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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – Applications for Ace the Case now open

Invite from KPMG

KPMG Ace the Case 2025 offers students the opportunity to work with their peers to develop a solution to a business problem and present it to KPMG leadership. This competition provides a platform to ignite a passion for solving real-world challenges, collaborate with students from across the country, enhance business skills, and grow a professional network within KPMG in Canada.

Case Competition Overview

The competition gives participants a taste of what it’s like to work at KPMG in Canada. Participants will engage in a spotlight session focused on the CPA support provided by the firm. Working in teams, participants will tackle a real-world business problem through a business, digital, and CPA lens, receiving valuable feedback from industry professionals.

KPMG Ace the Case is ideal for students interested in pursuing a career in audit, tax, or advisory at KPMG.
Winners of the local competition will be invited to the national competition in Toronto, where teams will present their solutions to a panel of KPMG leaders.

Team Composition

Students can apply individually, and if selected, they will be grouped into teams meeting the following criteria:

  • Four to six students per team
  • Teams should be composed of individuals with diverse gender identities
  • Teams will include a mix of STEM students, business students, and/or students aiming to achieve their CPA designation
Prize Information
Winning teams may receive prizes such as KPMG swag, scholarships, a trip to Toronto, and a guaranteed interview for an open role at KPMG in a future recruitment cycle!
Participant Eligibility

To participate in KPMG Ace the Case 2025, applicants must:

  • Be enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution
  • Not be currently employed by KPMG or hold a future-dated offer
  • Be planning to pursue a career at KPMG
  • Be in the first to third year of an undergraduate business or STEM program
Applications Open: November 13, 2024

You can submit your application on KPMG’s website. Submissions must include your resume and your most recent transcript (not required for first years). All applications must be received no later than January 12th, 2025. If you are selected for the competition, you will be contacted within two weeks of the application deadline.


Please note that we DO NOT require a cover letter for this application process.

Key Dates
  • Applications Open: November 13, 2024
  • Applications Close: January 12, 2025
  • Virtual Information Sessions (sign-up by Nov. 24, 2024, 11:59 pm EST):
    • Eastern Canada (sign-up here): Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, 12 to 12:30 pm EST
    • Western Canada (sign-up here): Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, 12 to 12:30 pm PST
    • National French Session (sign-up here): Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024, 12 to 12:30 pm EST
    • Drop-In National Q&A Session (sign-up here): Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025, 3 to 4 pm EST
  • Local Competition: Two days between January 20 – February 3, 2025
  • National Competition: February 17-19, 2025

Join the competition and kick-start your career with KPMG!

Download the Booklet HERE

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Deloitte Webinar – Thriving beyond boundaries: Human performance in a boundaryless world

Invite from Deloitte

Dear Students,

We are excited to extend an invitation to you for a virtual webinar organized by Deloitte’s Human Capital team, “Thriving beyond boundaries: Human performance in a boundaryless world”! This event aims to provide you with valuable insights into human capital trends, specifically focusing on the developments and challenges in 2024.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024

Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST

Platform: Zoom Webinar

Register here: https://deloitte.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpd-qtrTItHdyv00aXhfyRf9iqrSIKQru7

During this engaging webinar, Deloitte’s Human Capital industry leaders and experts will present their comprehensive research on 2024 Human Capital trends. The webinar will cover a wide range of topics, including what emerging technologies are and how we can help the workforce embrace them, evolving workforce dynamics, the future of work and more.

What’s in it for you?

Gain valuable knowledge: By attending this webinar, you will have the opportunity to gain insights into the latest trends that will shape the future of the workforce. Understanding these trends will empower you to make informed decisions regarding your career path and personal development.

Interact with experts: Our Human Capital team consists of seasoned professionals who have extensive experience in the field. This webinar will provide you with a unique chance to engage with them directly, ask questions, and seek advice on various aspects related to human capital and career growth.

To secure your spot in this virtual webinar, please RSVP by November 17, 2024, here: https://deloitte.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEpd-qtrTItHdyv00aXhfyRf9iqrSIKQru7. Please note that spots are limited, so we encourage you to register early.

Should you have any questions or require any accessibility accommodations during the webinar, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at campuscentral@deloitte.ca.

We can’t wait to have you join us for this exciting event!

rEGISTER HERE !
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UBC Tax Assistance Clinic (TACS) is hiring! Apply by November 9

Between midterms and Halloween plans, why not add a skill-building opportunity to your schedule?

The UBC TACS Clinic is hiring! This clinic offers free tax filing services for international students, newcomers, senior citizens, and more, and they’re looking for dedicated volunteers and supervisors to make it a success.

Roles Open:

  • Volunteers: Assist clients, file basic tax returns, and help create a welcoming experience! (15 hours minimum commitment)
  • Supervisors: Lead shifts, mentor volunteers, and oversee smooth operations. (20 hours minimum commitment)

Application Deadline: Apply by November 9, 11:59 PM PT.

Button Links Hiring Package Supervisor Application

Questions? Contact internal.ubc.tacs@gmail.com

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RSM Virtual Career Networking Event #GrowForwardatRSM

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Hello Students!

This event will help you learn more about our #GrowForwardatRSM culture and tell you about careers in assurance, tax, and consulting here at RSM.   

What to expect?  

  • Engage in 1-on-1 chats with recent graduates and RSM professionals 
  • Casual engagement environment – join when works best for you, no need to stay the entire time!
  • Learn more about our firm and what opportunities best fit your interests and passions  

New paths to great careers – Canada-wide virtual networking event: Whatever your passions and interests, RSM can help you explore the right opportunities. Learn about potential careers, gain insights on what life is like at RSM, and discover how we empower our people to make a deeper impact while being their most authentic self. Registration Deadline is Monday, November 4 at 12:00 P.M. EST.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 6
Time: 6 – 9 p.m. ET  

rEGISTER HERE !
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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in October

Upcoming events in October:

DateTimeEventFormatDescription
Oct 1012:00pm – 12:30pmPractical Experience Requirements (PER) Q&A SessionOnlineAre you planning to pursue the CPA designation and wondering about Practical Experience Requirements? Attend our free question and answer session with CPABC staff who can answer your questions.
 
Note: No formal overview of the CPA program will be given during this rapid-fire Q&A session. Please be sure to watch this pre-recorded overview of the CPA program before attending the session.
Oct 245:00pm – 6:00pmThe CPA Way as a CandidateOnlineCurious how a candidate navigates through the CPA program with working full time and studying part time? If yes, join the conversation and listen to a PEP candidate’s real-life experience with their working life balance tips, job search and much more. The conversation will include how they entered the program, where they are currently working, and their experience thus far in the CPA program. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions to the candidate.
 
Featured candidate: Nidhi Arora, Accounting Technician from the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC).
Oct 295:30pm – 6:30pmCPABC Q&A WebinarOnlineJoin us for an online general Q & A session with CPABC Recruitment staff. In this interactive event, you will have the opportunity to ask questions about the admission requirements of the CPA program, how to apply, and any additional questions you may have about the program.
 
This event is suitable for persons who have already attended a CPABC Information Session.
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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in September

Upcoming events in September

Featured Event

CPABC Career Week
Date: September 4, 5 & 17, 2024
Registration: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CPABCCareerWeek/home
A rewarding CPA career can take you on any route you can imagine.

Register to discover exciting opportunities in accounting and finance at CPABC Career Week – an all-in-one hybrid event featuring informational sessions, panels, a career expo, and more!

Questions? Email careers@bccpa.ca.

Other events in September

DateTimeEventFormatDescription
Sep 91:00pm – 2:00 pmPost-Secondary CPABC Information SessionOnlineAre you a post-secondary student interested in becoming a CPA after you graduate? This session will cover the CPA program in detail and include an open Q&A with CPABC’s Student Recruitment Officer. This session will be tailored to post-secondary students interested in becoming a CPA, and is open to students from any university or college program.
Sep 175:30 pm -7:00 pmOnline CPABC Accounting Night in CanadaOnlineLearn how to transfer your international education and work experience (accounting/finance) towards the CPA program and confer the CPA designation. This free information session will walk you through the admission requirements, explain the structure of the CPA program, and how to connect with employers in the accounting sector. Special guest speakers from BC settlement agencies ISSofBC, MOSAIC, and S.U.C.C.E.S.S. will present on their resources for newcomers (recent PR status) in BC for financial assistance, free mentorship, and career counselling services to help you attain your goals in becoming a CPA.
Sep 245:30 pm – 6:15 pmConversation with a CPAOnline
Are you curious about what CPAs actually do? If yes, join this short 45-minute conversation and listen to two CPAs from BC Public Service and hear about their career journeys and what they do now. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions about a career in accounting.
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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – (K)ooldown – Friday, September 13th, 2 pm

Invite from KPMG

As we make our way through Fall recruitment, we invite you to celebrate the end of Summer and join us for an afternoon of games, ice cream, and networking with some of our KPMG representatives! In this event, you will learn more about our culture at KPMG and get to know about the application process.

This session is intended for those who are going through the Fall recruitment at KPMG! 

Please RSVP using this link by Wednesday, September 4th.

Please see event details below:

  • Event: KPMG (K)ooldown
  • Date: Friday, September 13th, 2024
  • Time: 2:00pm – 4:30pm PST
  • Location: K-Café, 3rd Floor | Vancouver Office
  • Address: 777 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver BC, V7Y 1K3
  • Light refreshments will be served during the event.

For any questions, please reach out to gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca

Best regards,
KPMG’s GVA Campus Recruitment Team

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – Unlock your (K)areer with KPMG

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You are Invited to Unlock your (K)areer with KPMG!

Are you considering pursuing your CPA in public practice? We’re excited to invite you to Unlock your (K)areer with KPMG, where you can gain valuable insights into this dynamic field.

The virtual sessions will provide an overview of KPMG’s CPA career opportunities, the fall recruiting process, and how our team members are supported in the pursuit of their CPA designations. Join us to learn about the exciting career pathways that are possible with KPMG in the Greater Vancouver Area!

This event is intended for students and recent graduates who are interested in KPMG’s CPA opportunities in the Greater Vancouver Area during our fall recruiting season.

Event Details

Date: Friday, September 6, 2024
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm PST
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams
Registration will close on Sept 2, 2024, at 5:00 PM PST.

Date: Wednesday September 11, 2024
Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm PST
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams
Registration will close on Sept 9, 2024, at 5:00 PM PST. 

To register, please click on the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/FFNjwfWyV7

If you have any questions, please email us at gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Best Regards,
GVA Campus Recruiting Team  

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DAP Student Club event – Speed Networking on Monday, September 9th, 4 pm

Invite from DAP Student Club

Dive into Vancouver’s accounting scene by networking with industry professionals and exploring the path that’s right for you. Plus, enjoy a casual and engaging environment with refreshments to keep you going! Seats are limited so don’t miss out!

The accounting firms in Vancouver are all different, having unique workplace cultures, client bases, and career advancement opportunities. It’s crucial to learn about these differences since they can have a huge impact on your day-to-day work experience!

Event Details:

  • Monday, 9th September – 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Location: Birmingham Room, UBC Sauder Building
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Cost: $7.5 per person (Limited Availability)
  • Delicious snacks and refreshments provided

Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gt4-ArVg

(Event limited to UBC Sauder students, more events coming soon!)

Find the ideal fit for you! Explore your options and engage with industry professionals to gain insights on various firms

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Fall recruit update from BDO – job postings and Vancouver Open House on Wednesday, September 11th

BDO’s fall recruit postings for new grad roles in their Langley and Vancouver offices are now live!

BDO Vancouver | Assurance

BDO Vancouver | Assurance (Private Enterprise Group)

BDO Langley | Assurance (Private Enterprise Group)

Applications close September 15th, 2024. Successful candidates will be invited to Round 1 interviews September 23-25, and Round 2 interviews September 26-27.

BDO will also be hosting their Fall Open House at their office on Wednesday, September 11th:

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