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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in April

Reminder:

Bursaries available for undergraduate students!

The CPA Education Foundation (CPAEF) has awards for accounting students who have financial need and who are attending a BC post-secondary institution in their first through fourth years. The next deadline is May 15, 2024. You could be eligible for an award of up to $3,000!

Featured Event:

CPABC Career Week

Online: April 23-24, 2024
Vancouver Convention Centre: April 25, 2024

A rewarding CPA career can take you on any route you can imagine. Discover exciting career opportunities at CPABC Career Week, an all-in-one hybrid event featuring informational sessions on the CPA program, accounting work in different sectors, practical career workshops, career fairs, and more!

Other April events

DateTimeEventFormatDescription
Apr 1112:00pm – 12:30pmPractical Experience Requirements (PER) Q & A Session    OnlineAre 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.
Apr 2312:00pm – 12:45pmConversation 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: Kurtis Formosa, CPA, Accounting & Tax Instructor at Douglas College.    
Apr 305:00pm – 6:00pmCPABC 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.
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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – (K)areer Kickoff in April

Invite from KPMG

Are you considering pursuing your CPA in public practice? We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming (K)areer Kickoff: CPA Opportunities with KPMG session where you can gain valuable insights into this dynamic field directly from CPA experts and KPMG team members.

This virtual session will provide an overview of KPMG’s CPA career opportunities, the spring 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 spring recruiting season.

Event Details
Date: Wednesday, April 10th, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PST
Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams

To register, please click on the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/RDHs8RvtsQ

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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On-campus event | Smythe info session – Thursday, April 11th, 5:30 pm

Join Smythe on Thursday, April 11th, 5:30 pm at their upcoming on-campus info session where you will learn more about the firm’s company, culture and open positions for this year’s spring and fall recruit. 

Register now on COOL
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CFA Society Vancouver Presents: CFA Program and Careers in Finance – April 4th, 11:30 am

Special Guest: Manny Bassi, CFA Director, National Accounts (BC & Yukon Regions) with Scotiabank
Date: Thursday April 4, 2024
Time: 11:30am – 12:30pm
Location: UBC Henry Angus Building, ANGU 237

Hosted by CFA charterholder Manny Bassi, CFA, this special event will give you the opportunity to gain insight in pursuing a career in finance, as well as learn about the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, a credential that has been described by the Financial Times (Aug 2010) as the “gold standard” among finance degrees around the world. 

  • Learn about how to become a CFA
  • Gain an understanding about a day-in-the-life of a CFA
  • Find out about future employment opportunities in finance in Vancouver, and beyond
  • Information about UBC Sauder’s CFA Exam Prep course offerings

Register now via COOL!

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with Grant Thornton – Information Session on April 9th

Invite from Grant Thornton

Join Grant Thornton for an engaging information session at UBC Vancouver on Tuesday, April 9th, starting at 5:00 PM. This event will offer a fantastic opportunity to network with our team during Spring Recruit and gain insights into how we set students up for success.

We’ll cover various topics including: who we are, what positions we’re currently hiring for, and what kind of support we offer to both co-op students and new grads pursuing their CPA designation. Plus, there will be delicious pizza! If you are interested in attending, please register here, and we’ll email you all of the necessary details to attend. 

Date: Tuesday, April 9th, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (PT)
Location: UBC Vancouver
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/87pGtt7wZr

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – (K)onference in April

Invite from KPMG

Your firsthand look into a career with KPMG

You are invited to attend our first ever KPMG (K)onference! Join us for a week of events (in person and virtual) to learn who we are beyond Audit, Tax, and Advisory. Registered students can select the sessions of their interest to attend and learn more about various areas of the firm while building their KPMG network.

Each event will feature speakers from KPMG who will present on topics, facilitate discussions, and be available to answer your questions. 

 (K)onference Schedule & Details

Date and TimeSession
Tuesday, April 2nd from 1:00 PM – 2:05 PM PSTIntro to CPA – Tax

Hear from our panelists as they reveal the career trajectories within Tax and interact directly with KPMG reps currently working in this service line.

Please note that space is limited, and priority will be given to those who are interested in Tax as their service line.

*In-person event*
Tuesday, April 2nd from 2:15 PM – 3:20 PM PSTIntro to CPA – Audit

Hear from our panelists as they reveal the career trajectories within Audit and interact directly with KPMG reps currently working in this service line.

Please note that space is limited, and priority will be given to those who are interested in Audit as their service line.

*In-person event*
Wednesday, April 3rd from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PSTRoaming the Globe with KPMG: A Deep Dive in Global Opportunities

Learn more about the global opportunities that KPMG has to offer through different KPMG representatives.

*Virtual event*
Thursday, April 3rd from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PSTTech-Talk: The Future of Audit & Professional Services in the AI Era

Explore the evolving landscape of professional services and auditing, driven by technology and AI disruptions.

*Virtual event*
Thursday, April 4th from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PSTInclusion, Diversity and Equity at KPMG

Discover the vital role of ID&E at KPMG, its profound influence on our practices, and its meaningful implications.

*Virtual event*
Thursday, April 4th from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PMIntro to Advisory

Hear from our panelists as they reveal the career trajectories within advisory (Deal Advisory and Risk Consulting) and interact directly with KPMG reps currently working in this service line.

*Virtual event*
Friday, April 5th from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PSTShaping the Future: ESG at KPMG

Gain insights from our panelists as they delve into ESG topics and their significance in shaping our society and future.

*Virtual event*
Registration Deadline for in person events: Monday, March 25th at noon PST.
Please note that capacity is limited for in person events, and preference will be given to students interested in Tax or Audit and who will be applying to summer internship, co-op and full-time positions starting as early as Fall 2024 through to Fall 2025.

Registration Deadline for virtual events: Friday, April 1st at 11:59 PM PST.


Please register for KPMG (K)onference through this link: https://forms.office.com/e/Y832etBCSN

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

Best Regards, 

GVA Campus Recruiting

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Upcoming opportunity to connect with KPMG – (K)offee Break on March 15th

Invite from KPMG

You are invited to KPMG (K)offee Break!

This event will provide you with a chance to interact with representatives from our audit, tax, and diverse advisory groups, complemented by a selection of tasty pastries and beverages.

Prepare to delve deeper into the world of KPMG, acquiring crucial knowledge about the various services we provide and our vibrant work environment!

Get ready to learn more in-depth about KPMG by gaining valuable insights into the different service lines offered at the firm and our dynamic culture.

Event Details

  • Date: Friday, March 15th, 2024
  • Timeslots: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM PST
  • Location: Vancouver Office, 12th Floor
  • Address: 777 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1X8

Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/e/Y6YL6GQFEt

Registration Deadline: Monday, March 11th, 2024, at noon

Please note that capacity is limited, and preference will be given to students going through Spring Recruit and who will be applying to summer internship, co-op and full-time positions starting as early as Fall 2024 through to Fall 2025. 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,
The GVA Campus Recruitment Team

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Upcoming opportunities to connect with CPABC in March

Featured events

CPABC Career Week

Online: April 23-24, 2024
Vancouver Convention Centre: April 25, 2024

A rewarding CPA career can take you on any route you can imagine.

Save the date! Registration opens on March 6 for you to discover exciting opportunities in accounting and finance at CPABC Career Week – an all-in-one hybrid event featuring panels, speed networking, career expos, and more! Click here for more details.

Other events

DateTimeEventFormatDescription
Mar 712:00pm – 1:00pmCPA 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 and fall in 2024, for full-time, summer, and co-op positions starting in 2025.
Mar 76:00pm – 7:00pmCPABC/CPAWSB IFAC WebinarOnlineDesignated accounting professionals (active and in good standing) from an international accounting body that is listed as a ‘Member Organization’ of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) are eligible to apply for CPAWSB IFAC Member Assessment for advanced standing into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP).
 
CPABC and CPAWSB guest speakers will present an overview of the academic and work experience exemptions (bridging) granted under this pathway, explain the steps on how to apply, documents required, fees and duration of the CPA program. Includes audience Q&A.
Mar 121:00pm – 2:00pmPost-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.
Mar 145:00pm – 6:00pmCPABC How to Series ‘Apply to CPA as an International Student’OnlineMany international students in BC are currently enrolled in an MBA, bachelor’s degree or post degree diploma program with the intention of applying to CPA program upon graduation of their program. Many of these students also hold international degrees and/or professional accounting designations from their home countries. So as an international student, when is the best time for you to apply to the CPA program?
 
Join to hear about explanation on documents, permits, and helpful tips for international students. Presenters are Sheila Cheung, BA, RISIA, Student Recruitment Officer from CPABC with special guest Sanam Kashfi, RCIC from Kashfi Immigration www.kashfi.ca. Webinar includes live audience Q&A. 
Mar 215:00pm – 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 speaker: Abby Villeneuve, CPA, Manager, High Net Worth, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
Mar 265:30pm – 7:00pmOnline 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 session will walk you through the admission requirements, 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.
Mar 275:30 – 7:30 pmDiscover CPAIn-person (Vancouver)Are you interested in becoming a CPA but don’t have a business-related background? This in-person Discover CPA event will feature a panel of CPAs who did not study business prior to pursuing their CPA path. Hear why they became CPAs and how they did it. Receive an overview of the CPA profession and get a chance to network with panelists following the moderated panel discussion.
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On-campus event | Midsize Roadshow – Thursday, March 28th, 4 pm

Interested in a career at a midsize firm in Vancouver?

The Midsize Roadshow on Thursday, March 28th is your chance to learn more about Baker Tilly WM LLP, Crowe MacKay, Davidson & Company, DMCL, Manning Elliott and Smythe.

Listen to presentations and speed network with representatives from each firm.

Register now on COOL
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Upcoming opportunity to connect with Deloitte in March – Beyond the Expected virtual info sessions

Invite from Deloitte

Join Deloitte Canada for Beyond the Expected — national virtual info sessions and networking for CPA students! The events will be taking place on March 14 and 21, 2024.

Register Here – https://cvent.me/KP83WE

Beyond the Expected, will provide the opportunity to:

  • Learn about Deloitte Canada’s CPA Advantage program and understand the impact they make for their people, country, clients, and communities
  • Meet and network with Deloitte professionals across all regions

Explore your potential with Deloitte and learn about the unlimited opportunities for learning, growth, and development.

All student postings will be live as of March 4, 2024: careers.deloitte.ca

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