External Audit Manager

Job Overview

Our audit teams are dedicated to delivering high-quality, specialised audit and assurance services that uphold investor confidence through thorough, independent financial statement audits. The role requires a commitment to public interest, critical evaluation of assumptions, and extracting valuable insights grounded in a firm understanding of the client's business and sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of audit and assurance engagements using KPMG's Audit methodology, including planning, conducting testing, reporting, and finalisation.
• Exhibit strong technical expertise in current audit and accounting standards, such as International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and accounting disclosures.
• Develop and execute adequate audit programs and procedures, performing substantive and controls testing in accordance with KPMG Audit Methodology and US Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SoX) standards.
• Prepare technical accounting documents and management reports, including Audit committee reports, Management Letters, Reports of Factual Findings, and Audit Reports.
• Leverage knowledge of the Risk Management Framework and Audit Methodology to deliver precise, high-quality audit findings and foster risk awareness among junior personnel.
• Oversee a small portfolio of clients, lead small audit teams, and manage workflow and quality assurance on engagements.
• Maintain effective communication with clients regarding engagement progress and findings, and regularly update the appropriate KPMG Partner on significant matters.

Required Experience and Skills

• Proven experience and knowledge of US GAAP, US GAAS, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SoX) compliance.
• Familiarity with accounting and financial frameworks such as IFRS and/or US GAAP/US GAAS.
• Excellent analytical capabilities, strong communication, project management, and report writing skills.
• People management experience, including managing audit engagements and client relationships.
• Approximately 5 to 6+ years of auditing experience in a comparable public practice environment.

Additional Details

KPMG is a global professional services organization with extensive sector expertise. We assist clients across various industries to tackle complex challenges, manage change, and foster growth.

Our workplace thrives on diversity of thought, background, and experience, fostering meaningful relationships and benefits for our employees, clients, and communities.

Collaborate with a passionate and talented team committed to an inclusive and equitable culture, where you'll receive support to excel and produce meaningful work.

KPMG promotes flexible working arrangements, generous parental leave, career breaks, and various perks including retail discounts, health and wellbeing programs, continuous learning opportunities, and salary packaging options.

We support diverse candidates during recruitment and accommodate adjustment requests; contact our Talent Attraction Support Team if you need additional assistance.

Every career journey at KPMG is unique, and we are excited to support your professional growth.