Risk Independence Manager

KPMG Canada; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk Independence Manager to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in independence rules and risk management to support client engagement teams across Canada. You will be responsible for evaluating independence, developing policies, and providing consultations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with diverse professionals while promoting audit quality and risk management. If you are a detail-oriented leader with a passion for problem-solving, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in independence, audit, or risk management.
• Fluency in English, both written and oral.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the firm’s independence and relationships with audit clients.
• Develop and update independence policies and tools.
• Provide consultations on independence issues to KPMG partners.

Skills

Client service experience

Independence rules knowledge

Research skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Time management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

CPA or risk qualification

Job description

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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.

The Independence Group helps ensure the firm and its personnel are in compliance with Professional, Regulatory, and KPMG Global (and local country) independence standards. This role focuses on liaising with Partners and Staff across all service lines about standards and policies related to independence, including those established by the SEC, PCAOB, CPA Code, and IESBA Code.

What you bring to the role:

• Apply technical knowledge and expertise in Canadian, SEC, PCAOB, and IESBA auditor independence rules, supporting client engagement teams;
• Assist in managing the review and approval workflow for assessing services permissibility for audit clients;
• Use research, critical thinking, and analytical skills to evaluate the firm’s independence and relationships with audit clients;
• Provide consultations to KPMG partners and teams across Canada on independence issues;
• Guide client engagement teams in independence clearance procedures;
• Develop and update independence policies, processes, and tools to ensure compliance and best practices;
• Promote commitment to audit quality, risk management, and independence policies;
• Prepare technical alerts, guidance, training materials, and other deliverables;
• Supervise team members on independence requests and tasks;
• Manage projects and identify process improvements.

At times, business needs may require working beyond normal hours. Our flexible approach supports personal matters as well.

Minimum qualifications:

• Minimum five years of client service experience in independence, audit, or risk management within a professional services firm or similar environment;
• CPA or risk qualification;
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, diligent, responsive;
• Strong research, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills;
• Initiative and organizational skills;
• Experience responding to complex inquiries, analyzing data, and documenting findings;
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle challenging situations confidently;
• Leadership and relationship management skills;
• Ability to handle sensitive information appropriately;
• Fluency in English, both written and oral.

This role supports Risk Management for KPMG nationally, requiring English fluency for collaboration and documentation.

Compensation:

The base salary range is $73,000 to $109,500, with potential bonuses. Salary depends on location, skills, and qualifications. KPMG offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Business, Accounting, Auditing, Consulting
• Industries: Professional Services, Business Consulting

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