Mitchell Kilgour
About Mitchell Kilgour
Mitchell Kilgour is an Internal Auditor at Brookfield Asset Management in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with a background in accounting and forensic accounting.
Current Role at Brookfield Asset Management
Mitchell Kilgour is currently an Internal Auditor at Brookfield Asset Management. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he contributes to ensuring that the company's financial and operational procedures comply with necessary regulations. As an Internal Auditor, he is responsible for assessing and verifying the effectiveness of the internal controls within the organization.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
In 2021, Mitchell Kilgour worked as a Tax Preparer at Deloitte for a tenure of three months in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. During this period, he gained valuable experience in tax preparation and compliance, which included preparing tax returns and ensuring adherence to regulatory tax requirements.
Early Roles and Internships
Mitchell has held multiple co-op and internship roles that have shaped his career. Notable positions include his internship as an Internal Audit Intern at Brookfield Asset Management in 2019, where he first got exposed to internal auditing processes. Before that, he worked as an Accounting co-op at Dalhousie Student Union in 2018, gaining insights into operational financial management within a student organization. Additionally, he spent four months in 2018 as a Forensic Accountant co-op student at MDD Forensic Accountants in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, where he acquired practical skills in forensic accounting.
Educational Background and Certifications
Mitchell Kilgour studied Accounting at Dalhousie University, earning his Bachelor's degree after a four-year period from 2016 to 2020. To further his professional development, he completed a CPA preparatory course. He is also a Certified Internal Auditor and a Certified Fraud Examiner, showcasing his commitment to professional excellence.
Professional Affiliations
Mitchell Kilgour is actively involved in professional organizations. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, indicating his extensive qualifications and expertise. Additionally, he serves as a governor of the Toronto Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors, reflecting his dedication to professional service and governance within his field.