Manager - Technology Risk Consulting within Financial Services

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. The Opportunity Our Technology Risk Consulting services team is growing and we are looking for Managers to join our team in Toronto. The Technology Risk Consulting practice provides a variety of services to our clients. The successful candidate will focus primarily on providing IT Advisory and Assurance based services to clients in the Financial Services space. They will also be involved in training and guiding our new campus hires. Learn more about KPMG Technology Risk Consulting here. What you will do Working closely with our Audit teams to scope processes, conducting assessments of IT risks and controls, including general IT controls and automated controls embedded within information systems in support of our external audit engagements. Performing other engagements within the context of supporting the external audit, IT internal audit or attestation engagements such as CSAE 3416 / SSAE 18 Service Organization Control (SOC) audits and assessment of controls in large transformation projects. Reviewing new and existing systems in terms of adequacy of controls, security, operational considerations, conversion issues, and project management assessment. The review and provision of advice and assistance on business process controls. Engagement risk management: quality assurance through file review, engagement planning, development and monitoring, engagement profitability - Simultaneously deliver multiple client engagements of varying size, scope and complexity. Business development: taking an active role in the business community to increase awareness of the firm's services and level of commitment to the local market, developing and maturing relationships with internal staff and clients, developing proposals, identifying and pursuing opportunities to increase the practice's penetration in the public and private sector. Service Delivery: conducting research, performing technical testing, writing reports, conducting interviews and communicating regularly with clients and resources. Leading field engagement teams as well as coaching and mentoring junior staff members. What you bring to the role The successful candidate will possess the following skills and behaviors: Bachelor’s degree in Business or Computer Science degree required, ideally with a major in accounting. Completion of one or a combination of the following designations CPA, CISA, CISSP, CRISC. The completion of a CPA or equivalent accounting designation is highly recommended. 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in assessing information technology or business process risk ideally within a large consulting practice. Strong understanding and experience with IT General Controls and controls based audits (e.g., CSAE 3416 or SSAE 18) is preferred. Experience within an external audit practice auditing clients in the Financial Services industry. From this, a strong understanding of business processes associated with banks and custodial service providers. For example, experience should cover multiple of the following areas: Capital Markets, Retail and Corporate Lending, the impact of IFRS9 on lending processes, Broker Dealer, and Custodial and Transfer Agency. Ability to work both independently, with little supervision and within a team environment. Excellent communication skills being able to express insights, both written and orally. Demonstrated ability to learn and succeed in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and strong organization and analytical skills. Strong understanding of business risks and audit risks. Have a high degree of personal confidence, enthusiasm and drive. Keys to your success KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business. Providing you with the support you need to be at your best For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here. 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. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here. For general recruitment-related inquiries, please contact the HR Delivery Centre at [email protected]. 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