Manager, Audit Quality & Risk Management (14 Month Contract)

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is looking for a Manager in Audit Quality & Risk Management in Toronto, Canada. The successful candidate will oversee the internal Quality Performance Review program, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role demands strong leadership and communication skills, backed by at least 2 years of managerial experience, ideally within a professional services context. This hybrid position offers a salary range of $74,000 to $111,000, reflecting the candidate's skills and qualifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a managerial role.
• Prior experience in a large professional services firm is an asset.
• Must have strong analytical skills with a methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the internal Quality Performance Review (QPR) program.
• Lead the direction and communication with key stakeholders.
• Conduct basic reviews of audit and assurance engagements.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team-building

Interpersonal skills

Communicative proficiency

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant field

CA/CPA designation or equivalent

Tools

Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot table)

Power BI

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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 across the world. Our Audit Quality and Risk Management group (AQ&RM) is looking for a dynamic individual to join our team as a Manager, Audit Quality & Risk Management. The AQ&RM group helps ensure the Firm and its personnel are in compliance with Professional, Regulatory, and KPMG risk management policies and procedures.

The Manager, AQ&RM will primarily focus on activities associated with the planning, execution, evaluation and reporting of results of the firm’s internal Quality Performance Review (QPR) program. QPR is the Firm’s primary internal monitoring program for audit and assurance engagements. The focus of the program is the evaluation of engagement quality, issue analysis and action plan development, implementation and monitoring, to drive continuous improvement in audit quality. In addition to QPR, the Manager, AQ&RM will also be involved with other Risk Management and Quality initiatives, including the design, implementation and operation of controls associated with the program and as part of the Firm’s System of Quality Management, driven by the requirements of the International Standards on Quality Management (ISQM 1) and the PCAOB Quality Controls 1000 (QC 1000) standards.

This is a hybrid position.

What you will do

• Apply the requirements of a global program instructions, professional and regulatory standards in determining the scope and coverage of engagement leaders and engagements to be reviewed as part of the annual QPR program.
• Perform basic reviews of audit and assurance engagement details including those included in financial statements, as part of executing engagement selections based on established risk‑based criteria.
• Promote the reliability of inspection results through the application of appropriate data integrity controls in ensuring complete and accurate information is provided to key stakeholders.
• Participate in the development of training for QPR teams and in maintaining up‑to‑date process information guides and other materials to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the program.
• Prepare detailed planning and reporting documents with respect to the annual QPR program for local, regional and global leadership teams.
• Research audit methodology and risk management queries as part of providing support to review teams in executing the reviews and apply judgement in initiating appropriate escalation when considered necessary.
• Provide direction and supervision to Senior Analysts within the QPR team and perform first‑level review of various reports and analysis.
• Develop and maintain robust documentation to support the effective operation of ISQM 1 and QC 1000 controls.
• Provide leadership in developing and maintaining timely and accurate communication with various stakeholders who are key to the QPR process. This includes engagement teams, Business Unit leadership, review teams and quality and risk management leadership teams.
• Perform qualitative analysis of results from the QPR program in determining common themes, causal factors and driving the development of responsive actions for implementation.
• Leverage available technology and artificial intelligence application to drive consistency and efficiency in performing key risk management tasks.

What you bring to the role

• Post‑secondary education in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• CA/CPA designation or equivalent will be an asset.
• Prior experience in a large professional services firm or similar environment, including experience in audit or audit risk management, will be an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a managerial role, with demonstrated responsibility for leading and supervising a team.
• Excellent project management skills.
• High aptitude to learn new systems/technology and in leveraging AI to drive efficiency.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent time management, written and verbal communication skills and ability to respond to inquiries with professionalism, attention to detail and ability to generate high quality deliverables.
• Must be very organized and methodical with the ability to analyze and interpret information, in a way that is open, honest, consistent and clear.
• Must possess at least intermediate Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot table, etc.) and ability to prepare high quality presentations using PowerPoint and other Microsoft applications.
• Knowledge of Power BI and data analytics would be an asset.
• Experience with and ability to maintain confidentiality of data.
• Ability to efficiently process urgent requests and reprioritize as appropriate to ensure key targets are met.
• Proven track record of team‑building, relationship management, and dealing effectively with Senior Management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $74,000 to $111,000 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.

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Our Values, The KPMG Way

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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

We embrace 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.