Associate Adv Risk Assurance ACE Program Sum 2021 Orange County (FR)
- Recruiter
- KPMG
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Competitive salary
- Posted
- 19 Sep 2020
- Closes
- 21 Sep 2020
- Ref
- 24609BR
- Job role
- Compliance/risk
- Sector
- Accounting - Public practice
Job Description
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
Practice Paragraph
Visit our KPMG Careers site to learn more about our services.
https://kpmgcampus.com/campus/whatWeDo
Responsibilities & Qualifications
KPMG is currently seeking an Associate for our Risk Assurance practice.
Responsibilities:
• Provide data driven approaches to address a spectrum of risk factors including IT risk, financial risk, operational risk and performance improvement opportunities for clients within a variety of industries
• Identify opportunities for improvement in managing risk by leveraging data and technology and understanding the client's business, technology landscape, and business processes
• Perform data flow process mapping and analytical reviews of client business processes, transactions and systems
• Plan and perform tests of client's financial and information technology controls, including IT security and governance controls, as well as business process controls
• Assist in the assessment, design and implementation of security and controls as well as consulting on leading practices surrounding Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools for top-tier ERP platforms, including cloud technologies
• Conduct research, assist with risk analysis, and complete quantitative and qualitative analysis through a variety of data analytic tools and techniques
• Collaborate with teammates on designing, developing and marketing new service offerings and innovative tools, utilizing emerging technologies and intelligent automation, in order to advance our practice and client objectives
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, or other IT related degree from an accredited college/university
• General understanding of business processes and technology, as well as data analysis techniques
• Strong technical aptitude, demonstrated quality service mindset, critical thinking skills, and ability to navigate MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; and resourceful in delivering high quality work
• Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises approximately 80 - 90 percent, at times with relatively short notice
• Target Graduation Dates: Winter 2021 Associates from Spring 2020 to December 2020; Summer 2021 Associates from December 2020 through Spring 2021; and Fall 2021 Associates from December 2020 through Summer 2021.
Closing
KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
©2020 KPMG LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership and the U.S. member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative ("KPMG International"), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved.
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
Practice Paragraph
Visit our KPMG Careers site to learn more about our services.
https://kpmgcampus.com/campus/whatWeDo
Responsibilities & Qualifications
KPMG is currently seeking an Associate for our Risk Assurance practice.
Responsibilities:
• Provide data driven approaches to address a spectrum of risk factors including IT risk, financial risk, operational risk and performance improvement opportunities for clients within a variety of industries
• Identify opportunities for improvement in managing risk by leveraging data and technology and understanding the client's business, technology landscape, and business processes
• Perform data flow process mapping and analytical reviews of client business processes, transactions and systems
• Plan and perform tests of client's financial and information technology controls, including IT security and governance controls, as well as business process controls
• Assist in the assessment, design and implementation of security and controls as well as consulting on leading practices surrounding Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools for top-tier ERP platforms, including cloud technologies
• Conduct research, assist with risk analysis, and complete quantitative and qualitative analysis through a variety of data analytic tools and techniques
• Collaborate with teammates on designing, developing and marketing new service offerings and innovative tools, utilizing emerging technologies and intelligent automation, in order to advance our practice and client objectives
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Accounting Information Systems, or other IT related degree from an accredited college/university
• General understanding of business processes and technology, as well as data analysis techniques
• Strong technical aptitude, demonstrated quality service mindset, critical thinking skills, and ability to navigate MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills; flexible and adaptable team player; and resourceful in delivering high quality work
• Ability to travel and/or work on-site at client premises approximately 80 - 90 percent, at times with relatively short notice
• Target Graduation Dates: Winter 2021 Associates from Spring 2020 to December 2020; Summer 2021 Associates from December 2020 through Spring 2021; and Fall 2021 Associates from December 2020 through Summer 2021.
Closing
KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
©2020 KPMG LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership and the U.S. member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative ("KPMG International"), a Swiss entity. All rights reserved.