Senior Consultant - IT Audit, Technology Risk Services

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

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Canada is seeking a motivated IT Audit and Advisory professional. You will assist in developing IT audit engagement plans, document risks, and communicate findings to clients. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, relevant audit designations, and at least 3 years of experience in audit or consulting.

Benefits

Inclusive recruitment process

Support for adjustments and accommodations

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in audit or relevant industry.
• Aspiration to pursue further education/designations like PMP, CISSP.
• Experience auditing, assessing business systems, or emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing IT audit and advisory work plans.
• Document and assess governance, risks and controls.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to clients.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to identify and evaluate business, IT and audit risks

Business acumen and interpersonal skills

Highly motivated self-starter

Experience in systems auditing

Education

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

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

Tools

Knowledge of GRC initiatives

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 practice provides clients with a range of Advisory and Assurance services focused on strengthening business resilience, managing business risks, and catalyzing business performance. Our value is in applying and integrating our wide range of technology, business, advisory, assurance, and risk management expertise to specific business and management problems. KPMG’s Technology Risk services assist our clients to effectively identify, evaluate, and manage the 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.

KPMG Tech Risk services cover a broad range of IT related audit, assurance and advisory services including:

• Technology Assurance Services
• SOC 1, SOC 2, and Other Controls Assurance Services
• IT Internal / External Audit Services
• Business Systems Controls Services
• System Implementation Assessment and Assurance Services
• Technology Project Advisory and Assurance Services
• Technology Governance, Risk Compliance Services

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
• Discuss findings and recommendations with client personnel and develop reports and deliverables
• Identify and assist in pursuits, including developing marketing materials, proposals, presentations, and research
• Coach, train, supervise, and develop 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, 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 – understanding 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

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.

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.