Senior Manager, Risk Independence (18 Month Contract)

About the role

The Independence Group in Risk Management at KPMG in Canada is seeking a Senior Manager in Ethics & Independence.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and apply specialist-level knowledge of auditor independence regulations, including those established by CPA Code of Conduct, the Securities and Exchange Commission, Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) and International Ethics Standards Board of Accountants.
• Interact with partners and firm professionals to provide Independence policy guidance and to resolve questions regarding the application of professional Independence standards with respect to personal independence matters, including financial relationships, employment relationships, commercial activities, and certain firm related independence matters, such as business relationships.
• Manage certain Firm independence processes, including the independence clearance, business relationships assessment, permissibility of services review and other ad hoc independence related topics.
• Employ research, critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate the Firm’s independence/relationships with respect to existing and prospective audit clients.
• Prepare technical alerts, guidance, training materials and other deliverables for distribution across the Firm.
• Manage projects on an ad hoc and on-going basis; identify process enhancements and improvements.

Requirements

• Minimum of six years of client service experience in a large professional services firm or similar environment, or an independence or risk role.
• A professional accounting qualification or equivalent qualification (CPA preferred).
• A consistent consultancy mindset and problem-solving approach to developing and offering effective solutions for Independence-related business issues.
• Experience responding to complex inquiries, performing research, analyzing data, identifying potential issues, making a decision, and documenting results/findings to support conclusions.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required to supervise and train less experienced personnel and to manage key relationships with partners and staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail and ability to generate high quality deliverables.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines, to work under pressure and maintain quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and staff development.
• Written and oral fluency in English.

Skills

• Subject matter specialization to train stakeholders regarding independence policies, processes and information systems.

Benefits

At KPMG in Canada, you will be part of a firm where your career can make a difference. We offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program, which includes:

• Competitive pay range: $105,000 to $155,000, depending on location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications.
• Flexible working arrangements to support your personal needs.
• Supportive workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
• Training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally.
• Access to a wide range of benefits, including health and wellness programs, retirement savings plans, and more.

Pay

• KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range: $105,000 to $155,000.
• KPMG BC Region Pay Range: $105,000 to $155,000.

Schedule

Our flexible schedule allows you to balance your work and personal life. You may be required to work beyond your normal workday or workweek to meet the demands of your role.