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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in August

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CPABC Career Week

Online: September 5-6, 2023
Vancouver: September 7, 2023
Kelowna: September 11, 2023

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 workshops, panels, speed networking, career expos, and more!

Questions? Email careers@bccpa.ca.

Other events in August

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Aug 101:00pm – 2:00pmCPA Public Practice Recruit Information SessionOnlineIn one hour, learn about Public Practice Recruit for current and graduated post-secondary students. If you’re interested in pursuing employment opportunities with public practice firms in BC, attend this session to learn how students are recruited in the spring (March to June) and fall (July to October) in 2023, for full-time, summer, and co-op positions starting in 2024.  
Aug 215:30pm – 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.
Aug 2412:00pm – 1:00pmCPABC Network Series featuring Pattison Food GroupOnlineWith a robust team of 100 staff in the accounting and finance department, Pattison Food Group is the parent company of Save-On-Foods, Pricesmart Foods, Urban Fare and many other brands. In this interactive panel and networking event, we will hear from Pattison Food Group guest speakers on how to start and grow your accounting career path with the company, financial supports towards the CPA program, mentorship and work culture.
Aug 295:30pm – 7:00pmCPABC Accounting Night in CanadaOnlineLearn how to transfer your international education and work experience (accounting/finance) to get the CPA designation. This free information session will explain the admission requirements and the structure of the CPA program, and how you can access financial assistance, free mentorship and career counselling services from BC settlement agencies ISSofBC, MOSAIC and S.U.C.C.E.S.S. to help you attain your goals in becoming a CPA.
Aug 305:00pm – 5:45pmConversation with a CPAOnlineAre you curious about what CPAs actually do? If yes, join this short 45-minute conversation and listen to a real-life CPA and learn about what accountants do and where they work. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions about a career in accounting.
 
Featured CPA: Jenna Byfield, CPA, MPAcc, Financial Controller, Northern Lights Estate Winery Ltd.
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Online Event | Exploring CFA’s Evolving Landscape – Digital Assets, Private Capital, and More! – Thu Aug 24, 11:30am PT

Date: Thursday August 24, 2023, 11:30am – 12:30pm PT

Location: Zoom (link will be sent to RSVPs before the event)

Join us for an insightful webinar that delves into the exciting realm of alternative investments within the CFA curriculum. Led by expert instructor, Darren Degraaf, this session will explore the latest additions and modifications to the CFA learning modules, focusing on key topics such as digital assets, private capital, natural resources, and hedge funds.

The session will navigate through the dynamic landscape of digital assets and their potential as alternative investments. Discover how private capital markets are evolving and learn about the strategies employed by successful investors in this space. Gain valuable insights into the critical role natural resources play in diversifying investment portfolios and understand the key considerations for investing in hedge funds.

In addition to the topics above, you will also learn about the UBC CFA Exam Bootcamps, designed to elevate your exam preparation with providing a thorough review of core concepts by way of exclusive lecture notes and practice questions to ensure you’re fully prepared for the CFA exam.

Register now to reserve your spot!

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with TELUS – Virtual Open House on August 22nd and August 23rd

Link to RSVP: https://forms.gle/bQQBEpLsbJqcVKtR7

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – Digital Careers Day on August 17th

National Virtual Digital Talent Day

Join KPMG in Canada’s Virtual Digital Talent Day where you’ll have access to networking opportunities, keynote speakers, and panel discussions focused on how you can do work that matters and make your mark in a digital career at our firm. With our fall recruitment period just around the corner, we’ll also take you through some example digital career paths at KPMG, our recruitment processes and associated key dates.

Reserve your spot now – space is limited!

  • Date: Thursday, August 17th, 2023
  • Time: 1 PM to 4 PM EST / 10 AM to 1 PM PST
  • Where: Pheedloop (Virtual Platform)

If you are a student interested in any of the following opportunities at any of our KPMG offices across Canada, and are enrolled in a program for the 2023-2024 academic year, register now!

  • IT Audit & IT Infrastructure
  • Cybersecurity & Identity & Access Management
  • Blockchain
  • Data Science & Analytics
  • Data Engineering
  • Custom Software Development
  • Enterprise Solutions
  • Intelligent Automation
  • Digital Health
  • Cloud Strategy, Architecture, Development & Implementation

Please register by Monday, August 14th, 2023, at 11:59PM local time: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/KPMGCanadaDigitalTalentDay2023/register#start

[Access Code: KPMGDigitalTalentDayAccess2023]

A bilingual recruiter will be present to answer any questions for students who speak French. Come as you are, and together, we’ll make a world of difference.

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Upcoming opportunities to connect with KPMG – Talent Boost Tuesdays

Talent Boost Tuesdays | Give your Career a Boost!

To help you feel empowered throughout your recruitment journey, we are excited to announce Talent Boost Tuesdays! Talent Boost is a mini-series of virtual events that we will be hosting throughout the month of August. Each event will feature speakers who will present on different topics to help you navigate the CPA recruiting season and set yourself apart.

See below for the session workshop topics and event details. Be sure to register in advance for the events, as registration closes the day before each session. All sessions are intended for current post-secondary students who will be applying for summer/co-op/internship and full-time positions in 2024 during the Fall 2023 CPA recruit.

  1. Boost Your Networking Skills
    Speakers: Kristen Cheung, CPA (Senior Manager, FIRES Audit) and Azhar Teja (Staff Accountant, ICE Audit)
    Date: Tuesday, August 15th, 2023
    Time: 4:00pm to 6:00pm PST
    Registration Deadline: Registration for the in-person option closes Tuesday, August 8th at 11:59pm PST. Registration for the virtual option closes Monday, August 14th at 11:59pm PST. Please note that we have limited capacity for the in-person component and will do our best to accommodate requests to attend in-person.
  2. Boost Your Resume & Cover Letter
    Speaker: Tiana Tomassetti, CPA (Talent Attraction Senior Manager, GVA Campus Recruiting) and Katie Gordon, CPA (Talent Attraction Senior Manager, GVA Campus Recruiting)    
    Date: Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023
    Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm PST
    Registration Deadline: Monday, August 21st at 11:59pm PST
  3. Boost Your Interview Skills
    Speaker: Naeem Rajabali (Partner, Risk Consulting – Government Risk and Compliance Services)    
    Date: Tuesday, August 29th, 2023
    Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm PST
    Registration Deadline: Monday, August 28th at 11:59pm PST

All sessions will be held virtually through Microsoft Teams, with an in-person component available for the Boost Your Networking Skills session. All details will be provided after registration is closed for each respective session.

REGISTRATION LINK: https://forms.office.com/e/VrnExuYDLh   

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to gvacampusrecruiting@kpmg.ca

Thank you, GVA Campus Talent Attraction Team

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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in June

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June 20 5:30pm – 6:30pm CPABC Q&A Webinar Online Join 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.
June 27 5:30pm – 7:00pm Online CPABC Accounting Night in Canada Online Learn how to transfer your international education and work experience (accounting/finance) to get the CPA designation. This free information session will explain the admission requirements and the structure of the CPA program, and how you can access financial assistance, free mentorship and career counselling services from BC settlement agencies to help you attain your goals in becoming a CPA.
June 29 5:00pm – 5:45pm Conversation with a CPA Online Are you curious about what CPAs actually do? If yes, join this short 45-minute conversation and listen to a real-life CPA and learn about what accountants do and where they work. You will then have an opportunity to ask your own questions about a career in accounting. Featured speaker: Ashay Gupta, CPA, Manager of Capital Budgets, Financial Planning & Analysis at City of Vancouver.
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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in May

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May 11 12:00pm – 12:30pm Practical Experience Requirements (PER) Q & A Session Online Are you planning to pursue the CPA designation and wondering about Practical Experience Requirements? Join this short 30-minute session with CPABC staff answering rapid-fire pre-submitted and live questions about the Practical Experience Requirements (PER).
May 17 5:00pm – 6:00pm The Value of CPA – Finding Value in Your Career Choice Online Want to align your values with work? Hear from our three CPA panelists on how they found meaningful work that aligns with their core values, beliefs and morals. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask your own questions and network with our CPA panelists and other aspiring CPAs.
May 18 12:00pm – 12:45pm Post-Secondary CPABC Information Session Online Are 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 Senior 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.
May 25 5:30pm – 6:30pm CPABC Network Series featuring TELUS Online Learn about the various accounting and finance related employment opportunities available at TELUS and what makes them a great employer! In this interactive panel and networking event, we will hear from TELUS guest speakers on how to start and grow your accounting career path at TELUS, financial supports towards the CPA program, mentorship and work culture within TELUS.
May 30 4:00pm – 5:30pm Career Management and Job Search Strategies Online Your career is your responsibility. How do you position and execute your next career growth move and advance in the profession? Join us as speaker guest speaker, Lennox Parkins, MBA, PMP, FCPA, FCMA, shares his expertise.
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Deloitte Co-op/Intern Info Session | Internal Client Services team – Wednesday, May 10th – 1:30 pm PT

Interested in joining Deloitte Canada’s Internal Client Services team? Join them on May 10, 2023, from 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. PT, to hear from and network with leaders of the business.

The event will also include a panel discussion highlighting the journey from Intern to Leader with the Internal Client Services team.

Register today: https://deloittecanada.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8kKictAW8OPgiHA

Deloitte is hiring for roles in finance, IT, Strategy and Innovation, and more.

Postings for these co-op and internship positions can be found here: https://careers.deloitte.ca/go/Studentnew-graduate-opportunities/984400/

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MNP Head Start Conference – May 24th, 1 pm

MNP’s Head Start Conference will allow students to learn more about MNP’s recruitment process and opportunities, and to get more insight into who we are as a firm. There will also be an opportunity for students to network and connect with regions in breakout rooms!

Please see below for a brief overview of the Agenda:

1:00-1:05 PM: Introduction
1:05-1:50 PM: Guest Speakers
1:50-2:30 PM: Networking

Click here to register

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Online event | PwC Western Canada Virtual Recruitment Rundown sessions on April 18th and 26th

To register:

  1. April 18, 2023 at 2pm – 3pm PST | 3pm – 4pm MST | 4pm – 5pm CST – Link to register: https://lnkd.in/gPgcuCdn
  2. April 26, 2023 at 2pm – 3pm PST | 3pm – 4pm MST | 4pm – 5pm CST – Link to register: https://lnkd.in/gZCXCkNm
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