Director – Technology

Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

This Director role is part of the Audit Technology & Transformation team within KPMG Canada’s Audit practice, leading technology strategy, innovation, and transformation initiatives. The role partners with Audit leadership and technology stakeholders to advance AI, data, analytics, automation, and emerging technology solutions that support the modernization of the Audit practice.

What you will do

• Lead the development and execution of the Audit Technology & Transformation strategy, aligning technology initiatives with the evolving needs of the Audit practice.
• Provide leadership across AI, data and analytics, automation, and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to modernize and enhance audit delivery.
• Partner with Audit leadership, technology teams, and other stakeholders to design and implement scalable technology solutions.
• Oversee technology transformation initiatives from strategy through implementation, ensuring appropriate governance, prioritization, and delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the firm to enable collaboration and adoption of new technologies and ways of working.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives and experiences are valued.
• Monitor technology and industry trends and assess opportunities to responsibly introduce innovative solutions within the Audit practice.
• Support effective change management and stakeholder engagement to drive successful adoption of technology-enabled solutions.

What you bring to the role

• Education: University degree in technology, computer science, engineering, business, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Experience: Senior leadership experience delivering large-scale technology transformation within a complex professional or enterprise environment.
• Technical expertise: Strong knowledge of AI, data and analytics, automation, cloud technologies, and emerging technology, with experience translating these capabilities into practical business solutions
• Delivery: Demonstrated experience leading technology initiatives from strategy and planning through implementation and adoption, including governance and stakeholder management.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and develop teams and collaborate effectively with senior business and technology stakeholders in a complex organization

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $117,000 - $196,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills, & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program. 

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

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.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At 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 Usage

We 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.