Senior Consultant - Governance, Risk and Compliance

KPMG LLP Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Consultant in Halifax to join their Governance, Risk and Compliance Services team. The role involves managing client engagements, conducting risk assessments, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have 2+ years in risk advisory or audit and relevant financial qualifications. The firm values integrity, excellence, and diversity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of post-qualification experience in risk advisory, internal or external audit.
• Experience in leading teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Strong understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage client engagements from planning to reporting.
• Conduct client interviews and research.
• Review documentation and propose improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Education

CA/CPA/MBA/Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

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 Risk Services - Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRCS) professionals provide a range of risk advisory services to organizations including internal audits, internal control advisory services, enterprise risk management support, assessments of third-party relationships, regulatory compliance, governance reviews and sustainability initiatives. We analyze and assess an organization’s business risks and related processes and systems to help management understand and address business objectives, requirements, risks, controls, and identify improvement opportunities. Our professionals bring both deep technical and industry experience.

We are looking for a dynamic professional to join our growing GRCS practice in Halifax as a Senior Consultant. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and reporting for engagements, working both as part of larger engagement teams and individually with guidance and review from more senior professionals.

What you will do

• Responsible for carrying out client engagements from planning through to reporting related to governance, risk, and compliance for a variety of clients in different industries
• Leading client interviews and discussions, conducting research and walkthroughs, reviewing documentation, identifying key risks, developing relevant documentation such as process flows/narratives, risk and control matrices (RCMs), etc
• Performing tests of design and operating effectiveness of higher risk and more complex business processes/areas and proposing controls and/or control improvements to enhance the client's risk and control framework
• Identifying process and control gaps and providing recommendations for improvement based on the client's specific business processes and circumstances, as well as industry leading practices
• Analyzing and synthesizing information and collaborating in the creation and delivery of analyses, client engagement plans, deliverables, and reports
• Reviewing the deliverables prepared by junior team members to support growth, development, and quality
• Successfully managing multiple client engagements simultaneously, varying in size, scope, and complexity

What you bring to the role

• Completion or pursuing professional accountancy or other financial qualifications such as CA/CPA/MBA/Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Minimum 2+ years of post-qualification experience in risk advisory/related internal audit experience/external audit experience.
• Experience reviewing and identify process improvements, and providing recommendations on policy, procedure, and internal controls
• Experience in understanding and preparing reports summarizing the results of the work completed and identifying recommendations which add value to the client (both financial and non-financial)
• Experience in leading teams and mentoring junior staff

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.