Manager, Audit – System of Quality Management (24 months secondment)

KPMG•Abbotsford, BC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Audit Quality group within the Department of Professional Practice (DPP) is looking for a highly organized, dynamic professional to join our System of Quality Management (SoQM) team as a Manager. This role will support the SoQM team to meet the requirements of the Canadian & International Standards on Quality Management requirements. SoQM is a priority initiative and is critical in driving and improving audit quality. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about innovation with respect to automating and digitizing operational processes and controls. In this role you will join a dynamic team and will gain exposure to key aspects of the firm’s processes. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and senior members in leadership to understand and design their departmental processes and controls, in accordance with KPMG Global policies. This is a two to three-year secondment opportunity that will allow you to return to a business unit with additional skills and new relationships with DPP. If a permanent position is desired, we encourage to you apply so we can have that discussion.

Requirements

4+ years of audit experience with internal controls.
Experience with tools such as Power BI, Power Query, Microsoft PowerApps/Power Automate.
Excellent verbal and written communicate skills, including the ability to generate high quality deliverables.
Reliable and dependable, with the ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.
Strong project management, teamwork, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work remotely with team members.
Excellent problem solving skills including the ability to develop solutions.
Ability to work independently, with little supervision and within the team environment.
Respect for the sensitivity of information and dedication to maintaining confidentiality.
Proficiency with Excel and a keen interest in data analysis.
Proficiency in English at a business level is required.

Nice To Haves

Being a graduate of Digital Academy is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Build relationships with internal stakeholders and team members.
Apply KPMG’s Global SoQM methodology within the SoQM program.
Stay up-to-date with developments in SoQM requirements including external regulatory requirements and KPMG Global requirements.
Work directly with stakeholders and process owners to understand departmental processes and design controls.
Collaborate on solutions to optimize internal processes and promote efficiency.
Develop innovative solutions that enable the underlying processes and controls.
Support control operators in the development of remedial actions following control testing.
Prepare and present status updates for leadership.
Other ad hoc projects or duties as assigned.