Senior Associate, Federal Internal Audit & Enterprise Risk

Company: KPMG
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

The KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we don't anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our Federal Advisory practice.

Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality, professional day-to-day execution of financial audit projects / engagements in line with firm risk management practices
• Support the improper payment testing by accurately and timely processing requests for grantee data, testing transactions, adhering to CNCS standard operating procedures, and providing quality control and assurance on deliverables
• Develop audit programs, working papers, and financial / internal audit reports
• Assist in preparing risk assessments and annual audit plans for clients
• Assist engagement management to successfully complete project objectives
• Help identify performance improvement opportunities for clients and communicate findings to senior management
• Mentor staff Associates and Interns

Qualifications:

• A minimum of three years of experience performing internal or external audits; US Federal government consulting experience preferred
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university; CPA certification preferred
• Demonstrated experience / knowledge in areas of: A-123, financial audit readiness, federal financial audit, enterprise risk, and federal financial management
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong proficiency in MS Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access)
• Ability to travel to support firm engagements
• U.S. citizenship required and the ability to obtain a U.S. Federal government security clearance within a reasonable period of time

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, age, 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.

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