Transformation Lead- C-suite Office

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.

We are seeking an experienced Transformation Lead with 10+ years of experience driving complex, high-impact change initiatives to join our team as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the C-suite Office. In this high-visibility, in-person role, you will play a pivotal part in advancing national priorities, optimizing operations, and leading strategic execution across the firm.

This role will be based out of our Toronto office and will be part of a collaborative in-person team. Some travel is expected.

What you will do:
**Strategic Leadership and Partnership**

- Serve as a strategic and trusted partner to the C-suite, proactively contributing ideas, fostering a high-performing team culture, and accelerating strategic priorities.
- Supporting the advancement of national priorities, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and firm strategy.

** Program and Change Management**

- Manage and overseeing multiple major change programs aligned with strategic priorities, including building effective working relationships with internal stakeholders at leadership levels and external third parties.
- Coordinate cross-functional collaboration to maintain alignment, accountability, and measurable progress.

** Operational Excellence and Performance Measurement**

- Set and monitor key performance indicators to measure and monitor ROI for major initiatives / programs and the function.
- Pinpoint and addressing core issues within business processes in a proactive manner and with business insight.
- Identify areas of improvement across the function and making actionable recommendations.
- Drive simplification and consistency across operations to support scalable, efficient delivery.

** Executive Communication and Representation**

- Act on behalf of the C-suite leader to answer enquiries and progress strategic initiatives.
- Lead meetings and workshops, providing insights, and overseeing communications to both internal and external stakeholders.
- Lead and supporting the development of presentations, dashboards, and executive reports for senior leaders and partners.

What you bring to this role:

- Proven experience (10+ years) leading complex, cross-functional initiatives with measurable impact, ideally in professional services or regulated environments.
- Deep understanding of public accounting regulatory environment and/or tax and advisory services.
- Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor and sounding board to senior leadership.
- Exceptional communication and relationship management skills, thriving in dynamic, high-visibility settings and building trust across all levels.
- Passion for championing innovation and leveraging AI and technology to improve business operations and deliver value.
- Sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency in executive-level presentations and business insights.
- CPA designation and/or MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- In-person presence required; some travel may be expected.

** 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

**Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process