Manager - Accounting Advisory Services, Treasury

CountryUnited Kingdom FunctionAudit KPMG OverviewKPMG is part of a global network of firms that offers Audit, Tax & Legal, Consulting, Deal Advisory and Technology services. Through the talent of over 16,000 colleagues, we bring our creativity and insight to our clients' most critical challenges. With offices across the UK, we work with everyone from small start-ups and individuals to major multinationals, in virtually every industry imaginable. Our work is often complex, yet our vision is simple: to be the clear choice for our clients, for our people and for the communities we work in.Service Line InformationAt KPMG, our vision is to be the clear choice on the future of Audit. In today's complex and ever-changing business world, we recognise that we need to be one step ahead of the companies we Audit - rather than reacting to emerging trends we need to anticipate them by harnessing technology. Our people are integral to this, bringing their natural curiosity, diversity of ideas and perspectives to deliver quality in everything that we do.Service Line GroupAudit Job DescriptionAt KPMG, our values define who we are and the way we do business. As a leading professional services firm, we know that our strength and capability come from our people - their different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. From our inclusive leadership strategy to our diversity and inclusion targets - we're making bold changes to who we are and what we do. Be part of it.The TeamOur Corporate Treasury Services team is focused on serving the world's leading Corporate Treasuries with their most complex business challenges, and is currently experiencing an exceptional rate of growth. The team offer deep treasury expertise in financial products and markets, risk management, systems, governance, valuation and accounting, and work closely with other high impact functions within KPMG such as Audit, Risk Consulting and Management Consulting to provide a wide range of treasury advisory and audit services, including:- Undertaking reviews and implementations of Treasury strategies, policies, target operating models, cash management processes, and technology and systems- Risk management assessments including foreign exchange, interest rate, credit and commodities- Providing specialist support to external audit teams, including derivative valuations, hedge accounting, and financial instrument classifications- Internal audits on treasury functions ranging from FTSE100 to Housing Associations and Charities, including benchmarking- Technical support on accounting and regulatory change projects such as IFRS 9 Financial Instruments, new UK GAAP, EMIR and Basel IIIRole and Responsibilities- Assist with delivering Treasury advisory and audit projects ranging from strategy reviews, target operating models, and audit support, including providing input to larger, multi-disciplinary teams- Assist senior management in providing clients with advice on technical treasury and accounting issues- Assist in the preparation of presentations, thought leadership collateral and marketing material- Support the business development of KPMG's IFRS 9 client proposition/offering, and assisting in the responses to IFRS 9 client proposals, with a primary focus on CorporatesThere will also be opportunities to be involved in other accounting areas, as well as regulatory areas, e.g. EMIR, Basel.Qualifications and Skills- Must possess professional qualification - ACA, ACCA or CPA. Individuals on track to be exam and time qualified this year may also be considered- Sound technical knowledge of IAS 39 and IFRS 9 standards, and their practical application- Strong analytical skills and ability to complete client deliverables/solutions- Very good project management skills, demonstrated by a record of project delivery- Excellent communication skills, including delivering presentations and communicating well with clients in writing and verbally, as well as advising and building relationships with senior client personnel- Enthusiasm and energy to contribute to the team and help it growExperience and Background- Prior work experience in a Corporate Treasury function with good technical knowledge of financial instruments, risk management, treasury strategies, systems, governance and controls- Strong knowledge of accounting for financial instruments under IFRS, UK GAAP or US GAAP- Experience with evaluating technical issues, analysing facts, consulting and delivering solutions to clients- Understanding of accounting developments and key current issues facing clients- Proven ability to identify and pursue business opportunities whilst maintaining a solution mindset, as well as drive and resilience to deliver in a pressured environment- Proven track record in working with teams to bring high quality deliverables to a range of stakeholders Intelligent WorkingOur employees have many varied work schedules to suit their individual needs!Our intelligent working options range from role sharing and flexible start and finish times, to home working and more informal arrangements agreed within teams.Check out examples of KPMG employees enjoying different working patterns on our website and please do share your own individual requirements with us.Applying with a disabilityAs a member of the Business Disability Forum we're committed to ensuring a great experience for colleagues with a disability. Should you be successful after the initial application stage, please discuss any adjustments that you may require with your recruitment contact.KPMG's commitment to diversityWe are proud of the value we place on individuality. We want you to bring your full self to work and maximise your potential. KPMG is a place where everyone can thrive, whatever their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.Policy for AgenciesKPMG has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CV's from agencies. Please check here to see our policy on agencies: PolicyLocation: London