Job Description
Senior Associate
Requires working closely with a team
Assistant Manager/Manager
US
11:30 AM to 8:00 PM IST
Other information
- Interview process: Expect a minimum of 3 rounds of interviews (with minimum one round with US Onshore Leadership)
- Does the job role involve travelling: No
- Does the busy season apply to this role: No
Responsibilities
- Conduct or support the completion of complex internal audits (e.g., financial, operational, and compliance audits) in accordance with Internal Audit Department's policies, procedures, and methodologies.
- Assist the onshore team in conducting walkthroughs and preparing process documentation, narratives, and flowcharts.
- Execute Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE) of internal controls, identify audit issues and propose findings.
- Support the creation of high-quality deliverables, ensuring timelines and budgets are met; proactively communicate in advance at risk deadlines and budgets.
- Assist in kick-off, status, and closing meetings with engagement team and auditee.
- Effectively communicate information and execution status to their manager and internal IA management.
- Identify departmental improvement opportunities and participate in knowledge sharing sessions with a focus on enhancing audit efficiency and effectiveness.
- Supervise, coach, or mentor other KGS team members when appropriate
- Comply with firm's CPE requirements.
- Ensure compliance with KPMG and KGS Risk Management policy.
Mandatory technical & functional skills
- Working knowledge of internal control, risk management, accounting and business processes.
- Experience identifying control gaps and communicating audit findings and control redesign recommendations to senior leaders.
- Proficient in various auditing and analytical tools, including audit management software, data analysis tools, Microsoft Office Suite and Visio.
- Strong communication (both written and spoken) and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills, and independent judgment.
- Strong project management skills
Qualifications
Educational qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BBM / BBA / BCom) from an accredited college/university.
- Master's degree from an accredited college/university. (preferred)
- Qualified CA/ACCA/CPA/CIA. (preferred)
Work Experience
- Minimum of 4 years of experience performing Internal Audit, internal controls, Operational, Regulatory, and Compliance audits, preferably with a Big 4 firm.
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