Job Description:OverviewAt 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.This is your opportunity to lead meaningful work that helps organizations identify, control, and monitor threats to their long-term success.You’ll collaborate with boards, executives, and cross-functional teams to design and embed governance, risk, and compliance strategies tailored to today’s dynamic environment.Our GRCS team draws on firm-wide expertise—from management consulting and financial risk to ESG and forensic advisory—giving you access to a broad network of specialists and tools.You’ll mentor junior professionals, contribute to thought leadership, and grow your career in a team that values innovation, inclusion, and impact. What you will do
Lead the delivery of internal audit, risk, and compliance services including ICOFR, SOX, and IT control testing
Design and implement internal control enhancements to improve operational efficiency
Manage specialized internal audit and regulatory compliance projects using established frameworks
Oversee internal audit quality assessments and topical audits such as business continuity management and third-party risk
Lead audit planning, risk assessments, fieldwork execution, and reporting
Support business development initiatives and mentor junior team members
Cultivate strong relationships through internal and external networking
Develop industry expertise to identify strategic growth opportunities
What you bring to the role
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution
CPA, CIA, or active pursuit of these designations
CISA, CISSP, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor certification considered an asset
Minimum 5 years of experience in internal audit, SOX, IT audit, or enterprise risk management engagements
Deep familiarity with COSO, COBIT, NIST, and other risk management frameworks
Experience with GRC platforms such as ServiceNow IRM or similar tools
Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Providing you with the support you need to be at your bestOur Values, The KPMG WayIntegrity, 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 mattersKPMG 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 processAt 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 UsageWe 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.
