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External Audit Manager

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In-Office
Melbourne, Victoria, AUS
Senior level
In-Office
Melbourne, Victoria, AUS
Senior level
Manage all stages of audit engagements using KPMG Audit Methodology: plan, test, report, and complete audits. Perform substantive testing and SOX control testing, prepare technical accounting and management reports, lead small teams, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality, standards-compliant audit findings.
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Job Description

Our Audit teams provide value to our clients by delivering specialised quality audit and assurance services. High-quality, independent financial statement audits are essential to maintaining investor confidence. Our audit professionals are committed to the public interest, challenging assumptions, and unlocking valuable insights based on a solid understanding of an organisation’s business and industry.

Your Opportunity

  • Applying KPMG’s Audit methodology, will manage all stages of audit and assurance engagements including planning, testing, reporting and completion.
  • Demonstrates technical knowledge of prevailing audit and accounting standards (including International Financial Reporting Standards) as well as accounting disclosures.
  • Designs and performs appropriate audit programs/procedures for engagements, performing substantive testing on significant accounts and testing controls under the KPMG Audit Methodology and US Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SoX) requirements.
  • Prepares technical accounting reports and other management reports such as the Audit committee report, Management Letter, Reports of Factual Findings and Audit Reports.
  • By developing an understanding of our Risk Management Framework and Audit Methodology, delivers accurate and high quality audit findings on engagements and also raises Risk awareness for junior team members.
  • Manages engagements and assumes responsibility for a small portfolio of clients; leads small teams and oversees workflow and work quality as needed
  • Keeps the client informed of progress of the engagement, relevant findings and contributes to final Audit reporting. Responsible for keeping the relevant KPMG Partner informed of engagement progress including identification of significant issues.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients, and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include:

  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with US GAAP/GAAS and SoX
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience of accounting and financial frameworks such as International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and/or US GAAP / US GAAS.
  • Strong analytical, communication, project management and report writing skills
  • People management skills and demonstrated experience managing Audit engagements and managing client relationships
  • Approximately 5-6+ years’ experience as an Auditor in a comparable public practice environment

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth. 

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

KPMG Australia: grow with us!

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