Consultant - Governance, Risk and Compliance

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 - Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRCS) professionals provide a range of risk advisory services to organizations including internal audits, internal control advisory services, enterprise risk management support, assessments of third-party relationships, regulatory compliance, governance reviews and sustainability initiatives. We analyze and assess an organization’s business risks and related processes and systems to help management understand and address business objectives, requirements, risks, controls, and identify improvement opportunities. Our professionals bring both deep technical and industry experience.

We are looking for a dynamic professional to join our growing Ottawa Atlantic GRCS practice at a Consultant level. The successful candidate will be responsible in supporting the planning, execution, and reporting for engagements, working both as part of larger engagement teams and individually with guidance and review from more senior professionals.

• You will be joining an experienced team and will primarily assist and lead the planning and execution of internal controls over financial reporting projects (ICFR – 52-109/SOX 404), and support other projects within internal audit, risk management, and evaluation.
• You will demonstrate your proven communication skills by providing your business expertise through conversations, email and detailed summaries and reports
• You will enjoy a variety of projects assisting organizations that include conducting client interviews, reviewing and analyzing documents and data, conducting research and benchmarking and facilitating workshops
• You will make a difference with your contributions to other practice initiatives through knowledge sharing, HR initiatives and practice management opportunities
• You will have the opportunity to participate in the development of client engagement plans, deliverables and expectations

• You have a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college/university in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics or other relevant program
• Your accounting and/or audit designation(s) are desirable (e.g. CPA and/or CIA) and you aspire to pursue further relevant education and designations if applicable (e.g. CISA, CRMA)
• You have 2 years’ experience with a public accounting firm or within industry and have experience in risk and controls
• You are familiar with using data analytics to assist with the planning, delivery, and reporting of engagements
• Ability to secure Government Security Clearance

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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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), i.e. extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), i.e. accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.

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