Manager, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Compliance, Risk Management

KPMG International; Vaughan; Remote; CAD 88,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Remote work option

Job summary

KPMG in Canada is seeking a Manager of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Compliance to lead the administration of the firm’s AML program. This remote role offers flexibility to work from a KPMG office if desired and requires collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory alignment.

The role emphasizes governance, policy updates, and reporting, with a base salary range and potential bonus within the Canadian market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in regulatory compliance or compliance risk.
• Knowledge of Canadian AML regulatory requirements, including FINTRAC guidelines.
• CAMS designation or other AML/KYC certifications considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Know Your Client (KYC) requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, gap analyses, and monitoring remediation initiatives.
• Experience performing quality reviews, internal controls testing, and compliance testing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Administering the AML compliance program and executing routine compliance procedures.
• Monitor regulatory advisories and assess impact on processes; implement enhancements.
• Perform risk-based assessments and document analyses with clear conclusions.
• Conduct process reviews, root cause analysis, and recommend solutions.
• Maintain and update compliance program documentation and policies.
• Prepare reports and present findings to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and internal/external counsel.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessments

KYC requirements

Analytical skills

Documentation

Project management

Stakeholder management

Ambiguity navigation

Change management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CAMS designation

Tools

KPMG compliance tools

Job description

Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

Our Risk Management & Compliance team is seeking a Manager, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Compliance to join our growing team. As part of Business Enablement Services, the Risk Management & Compliance team helps ensure that the firm and its personnel operate in compliance with professional, regulatory, and KPMG Global standards.

In this role, you will be responsible for the administration of the firm's internal AML compliance program, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in protecting KPMG's reputation while supporting adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

This is a remote position, with the option to work from a KPMG office if desired.

What you will do

Reporting to the Senior Director, Risk Management and Compliance, you will be accountable for the ongoing administration of the firm's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) program. Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring regulatory advisories and assessing their impact on the firm's existing processes, identifying and recommending enhancements where appropriate.
• Performing risk-based assessments and documenting analysis in a clear, concise manner, ensuring conclusions are appropriately supported and evidenced.
• Conducting process reviews to identify opportunities for improvement, performing root cause analysis, and recommending solutions.
• Administering the AML compliance program by executing monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc compliance procedures.
• Maintaining and updating compliance program documentation, including policies and procedure manuals.
• Responding to inquiries, analyzing case submissions, and addressing consultation requests.
• Preparing reports and presenting findings to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Building strong relationships and collaborating with cross-functional teams, process owners, stakeholders, and internal and external legal counsel.

At times, business needs arise and employees may be required, and agree, to work beyond their normal workday or workweek to fulfill the responsibilities of their role. We also recognize the importance of flexibility and providing employees with the time they need to attend to personal matters, and our approach supports this balance.

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a regulatory compliance or compliance risk role.
• Knowledge of Canadian AML legislative requirements, including FINTRAC guidelines.
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation or other recognized AML, Financial Crimes, or Know Your Client (KYC) certifications considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Know Your Client (KYC) requirements.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, performing gap analyses, and monitoring remediation initiatives.
• Experience performing quality reviews, internal controls testing, and compliance testing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience supporting change management initiatives and/or developing and implementing new processes and procedures.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Demonstrated professionalism and sound judgment when handling confidential matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong documentation capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to produce high-quality deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and manage relationships across a diverse stakeholder group.

KPMG Ontario Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $87,500 to $130,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

KPMG BC Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $87,500 to $130,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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.

AI Usage

Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.