Manager, Risk Independence

KPMG LLP Canada; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Manager for its Independence Group. This role involves ensuring compliance with Canadian auditor independence rules and providing guidance to audit teams. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience and possess a CPA qualification. A hybrid work structure facilitates a balance between remote and office responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of client service experience in a large professional services firm or similar environment.
• Professional accounting (CPA) or risk qualification is required.
• Strong research and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of Canadian auditor independence rules to support client engagement teams.
• Provide consultations on auditor independence issues.
• Manage projects and identify process improvements.

Skills

Client service experience in independence/audit

Research, critical thinking, and analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented and self-motivated

Leadership and relationship management

Education

Professional accounting (CPA) qualification

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 around the world.

Our Independence Group in the Risk Management Function is looking for a Manager, Independence, to join our growing team.Risk Management is responsible for assisting client service and non-client service personnel in both understanding, and implementing Global and Firm level risk policies, as well as legal and regulatory requirements, and in monitoring compliance with these policies. Our Independence Group helps ensure the firm and its personnel are in compliance with Professional, Regulatory, and KPMG Global independence standards. The successful candidate will act as a liaison with Partners and Staff from Audit service lines and be responsible for ensuring applicable standards and policies pertaining to independence are upheld.

This is a hybrid position with the ability to work remotely on a regular basis.

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What you will do

• Apply technical knowledge and subject matter expertise in Canadian auditor independence rules as set out in the CPA Code of Professional Conduct and independence rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), and International Ethics Standards Board of Accountants (IESBA), as well as KPMG Global and country independence policies to support client engagement teams;
• Employ research, critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate the firm’s Independence and relationships with respect to its existing and prospective audit clients;
• Provide consultations to KPMG partners and teams across Canada on auditor independence issues related to firm independence matters;
• Provide guidance to client engagement teams in the completion of engagement acceptance and other independence clearance procedures;
• Develop and update independence policies, processes, and tools to ensure we continue to comply with KPMG Global and local requirements as well as implement best practices;
• Assist with the development of risk management and independence training courses;
• Promote and demonstrate commitment to audit quality, risk management and independence processes and policies within the firm;
• Assist with preparing technical alerts, guidance, training materials and other deliverables for distribution across the firm;
• Supervise team members on independence requests and other assigned tasks.
• Manage projects successfully on an ad hoc and on-going basis and identify process enhancements and improvements.

At times, business needs arise, and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal workday or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.

What you bring to the role

• Minimum of five years of client service experience in a large professional services firm or similar environment in an independence, audit or risk role;
• A professional accounting (CPA) or risk qualification
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, diligent and ability to respond promptly and professionally to all requests and inquiries;
• Strong research, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply conceptual framework to new and unique situations;
• Takes initiative and has strong organizational skills;
• Experience in responding to complex inquiries, performing research, analyzing data and identifying potential issues, arriving at conclusions, and documenting results/findings to support conclusions;
• Excellent time management skills with an ability to prioritize, and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team;
• Excellent business writing and communication skills, with a great attention to detail and ability to generate high quality deliverables;
• Ability to work in a deadline driven environment, with high level confidence in dealing with senior executives and challenging situations;
• Demonstrated leadership and relationship management skills with a focus on coaching, building trust, and driving team results;
• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information appropriately

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

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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.