Senior Consultant - IT Audit, Technology Risk Services

KPMG LLP Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Calgary is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to help clients identify and manage technology risks. This role involves auditing, advisory work, and supporting junior staff. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to evaluate audit risks. A commitment to diversity and inclusive practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in audit or relevant industry or consulting experience is desirable.
• Ability to identify and evaluate business, IT, and audit risks.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing IT audit and advisory engagement work plans.
• Contribute on multiple client engagements of varying size across multiple industry sectors.
• Document and assess governance, risks, and controls related to projects.

Skills

Systems Assurance

Cyber Security and Privacy

Communication skills

Business Systems Controls

Business resilience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, MIS/BTM, Computer Science

Relevant audit or accounting designation(s) (e.g., CISA, CPA, 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.

KPMG’s Technology Risk Consulting (TRC) services assist our clients to effectively identify, evaluate, and care for a broad range of opportunities, risks, controls, and compliance requirements associated with their use of and reliance on technology-enabled processes, services, and solutions, whether developed and operated in-house or provided by third parties.

Our Calgary TRC practice is growing and we are seeking an additional Senior Consultant with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Systems Assurance
• IT Internal/External Audit
• Cyber Security and Privacy
• Business Systems Controls
• Technology Project Advisory and Assurance
• Business Resilience and Disaster Recovery
• Technology Governance, Risk Compliance

What you will do

• Assist in developing and executing IT audit and advisory engagement work plans.
• Contribute on multiple client engagements of varying size, scope, and complexity across multiple industry sectors and technology environments.
• Document and assess governance, risks, and controls related to:
• Communicate (written and verbal) findings and recommendations to clients, including technical and business communication to stakeholders through the preparation of advisory and assurance reports, analysis, and related deliverables for internal and external audits; governance, risk, and control assessments; and IT projects.
• Discussing findings and recommendations with client personnel and developing reports and deliverables.
• Identifying and assisting in pursuits, including developing marketing materials, proposals, presentations, and research.
• Coaching, training, supervising, and developing junior staff.
• Contribute to other practice initiatives, including but not limited to knowledge sharing, HR initiatives, and practice administration activities.

What you bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, MIS/BTM, Computer Science, or other relevant program.
• Relevant audit or accounting designation(s) (e.g., CISA, CPA, CIA) viewed as an asset.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in audit or relevant industry or consulting experience is desirable, especially in systems auditing, IT project ownership, business system controls, service organization controls reporting, or cyber security.
• Aspiration to pursue further relevant education/designations (i.e., PMP, CISSP, CRISC).
• Ability to identify and evaluate business, IT, and audit risks – you understand financial reporting, compliance, audit risks, and their IT components.
• Experience auditing, assessing, and/or implementing business systems and/or emerging technologies, and streamlining IT audit processes.
• Knowledge and experience with technology that supports GRC initiatives and processes is desirable.
• Highly motivated, committed self-starter who can prioritize work, multi-task, and cope with changing priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent business acumen, interpersonal skills, professional maturity, and demonstrated ability to effectively interact and strengthen relationships with a diverse group of clients and colleagues.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Canada when desired.

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.