Overview
Consultant – Independence Jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia at KPMG Australia
Title: Consultant – Independence
Company: KPMG Australia
Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Company Description
Risk Management at KPMG plays a vital role in ensuring compliance with the Firm’s independence policies and we are looking for a Consultant to join our Independence team. It’s not essential that you have experience in auditor independence, we will provide the necessary training.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Assist Independence team with
Independence processes related to prospective and existing audit clients for Australia, PNG and Fiji.
Various Independence systems, processes and procedures.
Administering Firm and Partners independence compliance related systems and performing associated tasks including query management
Other Responsibilities
Apply innovative and creative techniques for process improvements, including commitment to continuous improvement in the delivery of quality advice to the business and providing value adding solutions to compliance challenges.
Prioritisation of multiple tasks as necessary.
Develop processes or procedures that create efficiencies internally or for the business.
Identify appropriate solutions and provide adequate rationale to support your decision.
Build effective relationships with KPMG Partners and staff, including consulting with other parts of Risk Management to share ideas and knowledge on specific business issues and needs, to provide added value and timely responses to the business.
How are you extraordinary?
Enthusiastic and keen to learn.
Comfortable working with multiple systems and high-volume data
Ability to use a range of techniques to identify and analyze issues
Strong technical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Prior experience in audit, risk consulting or risk management from either a Big 4 or mid-tier professional services firm – Advantageous, not essential.
Relevant tertiary qualifications such as degree in Accounting, CA, Law or CPA.
Basic knowledge of auditor independence rules and regulations, such as SEC, IESBA, APES 110 and Corporations Act 2001 – Advantageous, not essential
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.
