Senior Consultant, Financial Crimes
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
This role boasts a strong impact on financial crime prevention, a relevant professional focus, and a significant potential for career development.
- Competitive salary range: $63,500 to $99,500/year
- High impact role in financial crime prevention
- Opportunities for interdisciplinary work
- Requires 3+ years of experience
Pros
- Opportunity to work with a leading firm in financial services.
- Engagement in impactful projects addressing significant issues like money laundering.
- Potential for interdisciplinary collaboration across various sectors.
Cons
- Requires substantial experience, limiting entry-level opportunities.
- Performance pressure due to importance of the compliance function.
- Possibly high-stress environment linked to regulatory pressures.
Who it's for
Mid-level to Senior • Hybrid, office-based with potential remote flexibility
Good fit
- Mid-career professionals in financial compliance
- Analytical thinkers passionate about societal impact
- Collaborative team players with compliance experience
Not recommended for
- Recent graduates without compliance experience
- Candidates seeking low-stakes job environments
- Individuals averse to regulatory frameworks
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
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.
At KPMG, we don’t just respond to financial crime, we redefine how the industry is managing the risk. Our newly launched National Financial Crimes Centre of Excellence (FC COE) is a bold step forward in the fight against money laundering, , corruption, and emerging threats. This is your opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven team that combines cutting-edge analytics, global insights, and deep regulatory expertise to protect the financial system and build trust in society.
Whether you're a seasoned investigator, a data-driven problem solver, or a strategic thinker passionate about compliance, the FC COE offers a dynamic platform to innovate, collaborate, and lead. Join us in shaping the future of financial crime prevention, where your impact will be felt across industries, borders, and communities.
Do you want to work in a dynamic and stimulating environment? This offer is for you!
KPMG’s newly established National Financial Crimes Centre of Excellence (FC COE) is seeking professional Consultants and Senior Consultants to help shape the future of our national service offering and grow our high-performing team.
Based in Vancouver, Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, or Greater Montreal Area, and connected across Canada, this role offers a dynamic and stimulating environment where innovation, collaboration, and purpose converge. As part of the FC COE, you’ll work with leading experts and cutting-edge tools to help clients navigate complex financial crime risks and regulatory expectations.
In alignment with laws, regulations, and industry best practices, our team advises clients on a wide range of financial crime matters, including:
- Anti-money laundering
- Economic sanctions
- Anti-tax evasion
- Anti-corruption
What you will do
As a Consultant or Senior Consultant in KPMG’s National Financial Crimes Centre of Excellence (FC COE), you will contribute to impactful client engagements that help organizations strengthen their defenses against financial crime. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and subject matter experts to deliver high-quality advisory services across a range of financial crime domains.
Also, as a Consultant or Senior Consultant, you will have the following responsibilities:
- Supporting client projects related to anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions compliance, anti-corruption, anti-tax evasion, and risk management.
- Conducting research, analysis, and assessments to identify financial crime risks and recommend practical solutions.
- Assisting in the development and enhancement of financial crime frameworks, including policies, procedures, and risk assessments.
- Preparing client deliverables, such as reports, presentations, and dashboards, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and actionable insights.
- Contributing to regulatory reviews and remediation efforts, including transaction lookbacks and program evaluations.
- Leveraging data and technology tools to support financial advisory activities.
- Collaborating with national and global teams, gaining exposure to diverse industries and regulatory environments.
What you bring to the role
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in financial crimes compliance, including areas such as Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Global Sanctions, Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC), or in model risk management within the financial or professional services sectors, as well as with relevant banking, securities, or insurance regulatory agencies.
- Experience in professional services, an asset
- Experience in an advisory, project role or similar within a regulated entity, an asset.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, criminology, finance, business, or related field.
- Master’s degree or graduate degree in financial crimes or related field is considered an asset.
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Financial Crimes Specialist (ACFCS), Economic Sanctions Specialist (CSS) certifications or equivalent designations will be considered an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.
- and practical experience of technologies and solutions available on the market for monitoring and assessment of the risk of money laundering
- Understanding of laws, regulations and best practices that address financial crimes.
- Ability to produce concise and structured presentations and reports.
- Knowledge of the technologies and solutions available on the market for monitoring and assessment of the risk of money laundering
- Understanding of banking, insurance, asset management products and services, and existing technologies in the market.
The expected base salary range for this position is $63 500 to $99 500 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.
