Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Our Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRCS) professionals provide a range of advisory services to optimize risk management and internal control frameworks, internal audit functions and enterprise risk management programs, as well as regulatory compliance, governance and sustainability initiatives. To support these mandates, we comprehensively understand and assess an organization’s business strategies, structure business processes and systems to drive sustainable governance, risk management and control initiatives. Our professionals bring both deep technical and industry experience to provide pragmatic opportunities for improvement, guided by insights on leading practices.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the planning, execution and reporting for risk management internal control and internal audit, and identifying and executing on market and brand development opportunities in the Financial Services (FS) sector.

What you will do

• Assist organizations in the Financial Services sector in designing and implementing specialized internal audit, internal controls (NI 52-109, SOX 404), business processes, performance assessment and regulatory compliance projects

• Facilitate risk assessments and advise on suitable strategies to manage risks and implement controls

• Lead the development and delivery of client engagements, end-to-end including planning, fieldwork and reporting, as well as reviewing the quality of the fieldwork and deliverables prepared by other engagement members

• Coach, develop, mentor and manage junior team members, including assisting with career development and critical skill development such as budgeting and planning, project management, and people skills, among others

• Deliver multiple simultaneous client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity

• Deliver high quality work that is on time and in compliance with the Firm’s quality standards

• Engage with cross functional engagement teams comprised of diverse backgrounds and skill sets

• Provide oversight, supervision and project management of engagements of varying scope and size, including budgeting and forecasting, execution of project plans, mentoring and supporting other team members, and managing client relationships

• Assist with business development efforts including proposals, marketing material, and internal and external presentations in the FS sector

What you bring to the role

• 4-7 years of experience in Financial Services with Sarbanes-Oxley / NI 52-109, internal audit and process / control assessment experience
• Strong current knowledge in the following: Canadian GAAP, IFRS, financial audit and reporting issues, as well as internal auditing standards and practices, and understanding of OSC and SEC legislation
• Experience in preparing reports summarizing the results of the work completed and identifying recommendations which add value to the client
• Experience with understanding and documenting process narratives, flowcharts and controls
• Able to lead cross functional teams comprised of diverse backgrounds and skill sets and mentoring junior staff
• Ability to write and lead proposals from origination to completion
• Proven ability to identify and grow opportunities
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to adapt methodologies and techniques to unique circumstances
• Self-motivated and is willing to ask probing questions to uncover client opportunities
• Knowledge of the financial services sector (understanding of the different products/services/channels)
• CPA, CA, CIA, CFE, CAMS, or other relevant professional designation is an asset
• Awareness of regulatory trends is an asset

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity , we do what is right | Excellence , we never stop learning and improving | Courage , we think and act boldly | Together , we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better , we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.