Senior Manager - Governance, Risk & Compliance Services (Energy and Natural Resources)

KPMG LLP Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent advisory firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Manager to lead a team in providing governance, risk and compliance services specifically for the energy and natural resources sectors. The ideal candidate will have 6-10 years of experience in internal audit and enterprise risk management. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to manage client relationships effectively. The expected salary range is $120,000 to $170,000, with potential bonus eligibility.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program

Support system for professional development

Inclusive workplace policies

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in internal audit or enterprise risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Experience in mining, energy, and natural resources is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead advisory engagements for internal audit and compliance projects.
• Facilitate risk assessments and develop risk management strategies.
• Manage multiple client engagements and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Strong written and verbal communication

Experience with audit engagements

Documenting process narratives

Client relationship management

Education

CPA or other relevant professional designation

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 Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRCS) professionals provide a range of risk assurance and advisory services to organizations including internal audits, internal control advisory services, enterprise risk management support, assessments of third‑party relationships, regulatory compliance, governance and sustainability initiatives.

We are looking for a Senior Manager in our Toronto office to lead in executing on the strategic business plan to grow market share, and leading a team of professionals dedicated to servicing the mining and energy sectors in delivering governance, risk and compliance services. We are looking for a dynamic self‑starter, with demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in internal controls over financial reporting, internal audit, enterprise risk and compliance, for our Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) clients.

What you will do

• Lead advisory engagements of specialized internal audit, internal control (NI 52‑109, SOX 404), business process, performance assessment, and regulatory compliance projects;
• Facilitate risk assessments and advise on suitable strategies to manage risks;
• Participate in the development and delivery of analyses, client engagement plans, deliverables, reports and presentations as well as reviewing the quality of the fieldwork and deliverables prepared by other engagement members;
• Advise clients in the ENR sector in designing and implementing risk management frameworks from strategic to operational levels including risk strategy, appetite, governance, policies, culture and technology systems;
• Play a leading role in business development efforts including proposals, marketing material, and internal and external presentations in the ENR sector;
• Manage projects of varying scope and size, including budgeting and forecasting, execution of project timelines, mentor and support other team members, and manage client relationships;
• Deliver multiple simultaneous client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity;
• Deliver high quality work that is on time and in compliance with the Firm’s quality standards.

What you bring to the role

• 6‑10 years of experience in internal audit, external audit (financial statements) and/or enterprise risk management;
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and an interest in developing others;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including writing reports and presenting to audiences at the executive level;
• Experience with understanding and documenting process narratives, flowcharts and controls;
• Experience in planning and scoping audit engagements including budgeting and staff allocation;
• Mining, energy and natural resources experience is an asset;
• Experience in internal controls over financial reporting is essential;
• CPA or other relevant professional designation is an asset.

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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

KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program and a support system to help you perform 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.

AI Usage

We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology‑first, people‑driven firm.