Senior Manager, Financial Crimes

Overview At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause that turns insight into opportunity for clients and communities worldwide. Our newly launched National Financial Crimes Centre of Excellence (FC COE) redefines how the financial industry manages risk. By integrating cutting‑edge analytics, global insights, and deep regulatory expertise, we protect the financial system and build trust in society. If you are a seasoned investigator, data‑driven problem solver, or strategic thinker passionate about compliance, this is your chance to shape the future of financial‑crime prevention across industries, borders, and communities. What You Will Do Coordinate the management and execution of client engagements focused on anti‑money laundering (AML), sanctions compliance, anti‑corruption, and anti‑tax evasion. Lead a team of financial‑crime consultants and senior consultants, ensuring that deliverables meet KPMG’s standards of excellence and clients’ needs. Act as a subject‑matter expert on financial crimes advisory, providing services in compliance with best practices, legal requirements, and the firm’s standards of excellence. Serve as the primary point of contact with clients to strengthen current and new relationships. Design and implement financial‑crime frameworks, including risk assessments, governance models, policies, procedures, and controls tailored to regulatory expectations and industry best practices. Conduct gap analyses and maturity assessments to evaluate clients’ financial‑crime programs and identify opportunities for enhancement. Support regulatory response and remediation efforts, including independent reviews, look‑backs, and enforcement‑action support. Leverage data analytics and technology to enhance financial‑crime detection, monitoring, and reporting capabilities. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across KPMG’s national and global network to deliver integrated solutions and thought leadership. Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning. What You Bring To The Role A minimum of 8+ years of experience in financial‑crimes compliance, including AML, Global Sanctions, Anti‑Bribery and Corruption (ABC), or model risk management within the financial or professional services sectors, and with relevant banking, securities, or insurance regulatory agencies. Experience in professional services or an advisory, project role within a regulated entity. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. Master’s or graduate degree in financial crimes or a related field (preferred). Certifications such as CAMS, ACFCS, CSS, or equivalent (preferred). In‑depth understanding of laws, regulations, and best practices related to anti‑money laundering, anti‑terrorist financing, anti‑corruption, tax evasion, and economic sanctions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to produce concise and structured presentations and reports. Practical experience with technologies and solutions used for monitoring and assessing money‑laundering risk. Knowledge of banking, insurance, and asset‑management products and services, and existing technology solutions. Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint. Providing You with the Support You Need to Be at Your Best We provide a dynamic working environment that encourages collaboration, learning, and professional growth. Our support includes flexible work arrangements, access to state‑of‑the‑art tools and training, and enhanced mentorship and coaching opportunities. 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 invite all qualified individuals to apply and consider KPMG as their 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 thrive. We offer adjustments or accommodations – such as extra preparation time, micro‑breaks, or accessible communication supports – tailored to individual needs. You may request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. For assistance, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1‑888‑466‑4778. #J-18808-Ljbffr