Background Information
The Department of Professional Practice (DPP) is required to undertake consultation, pre-issuance review and other activities in accordance with the KPMG DPP manual. The main objectives of DPP include:
Supporting teams in performing quality engagements.
Contributing to quality financial reporting by KPMG clients
Driving consistent application of standards across the KPMG network
Protecting KPMG’s reputation by providing support that mitigates risks related to technical issues facing member firms and KPMG clients
Participating in regional and global networks
Contributing to standard setting and professional development; and
Adding value by developing and maintaining leading edge technical knowledge and transforming that knowledge into value for our clients and other stakeholders.
Key roles and responsibilities
Respond to consultations and informal queries related to accounting and auditing/review matters.
Perform pre-issuance reviews of financial statements as required by KPMG Audit Methodology
Carry out a process to identify and assist in addressing emerging issues related to accounting and auditing/review matters that have an impact on the audit/review process
Review locally developed training material related to the application of applicable financial reporting frameworks or auditing standards for technical compliance with relevant requirements of the respective standards and KPMG Insights
Assess if locally developed training material related to the application of IFRS or ISAs is at least equivalent to the global training developed by ISG and Global Learning & Development when locally developed training is used instead of globally developed training
Review locally developed publications that express a view/opinion on the application/interpretation of applicable financial reporting frameworks or auditing standards for technical compliance with relevant requirements.
Work with the head of DPP to consult with other DPP’s and consultation bodies across the KPMG Network
Work with the Head of DPP to evaluate the resource requirements within DPP and make recommendations for staffing requirements
Release periodic guidance on emerging issues to the audit engagement teams for consideration in their audits.
Carry out IFRS and ISA trainings to KPMG staff and external clients as need arises.
Be responsible for allocation of queries raised by the engagement teams to respective DPP Members with the requisite skills to perform the first review of the queries.
Focus on business development for trainings, involved in doing proposals and support in developing a pipeline for training clients annually.
Performing/monitoring compliance with SoQM controls e.g. updating intellectual resources centrally, sending out DPP bulletins, MF consultation policy.
Must have exposure to/ conversant with IFRS 17.
Developing/ refreshing local compliance checklists e.g., Regulatory checklists, IFRS for SME’s etc.
Updating DPP site regularly with current information
Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:
7 years’ experience in a professional accounting firm in accounting and/or auditing field.
Certified Public Accountant or ACCA qualification (finalist)
At least two years’ experience in providing technical advisory services to audit engagement teams or clients
Personal attributes:
Good communication (written and verbal), numeracy, presentation and analytical skills
IT proficiency, especially Microsoft Office
An eye for detail
Team player with leadership capability
Excellent coordination and planning skills
We offer:
An exciting opportunity to work with a Big 4 firm on cutting edge clients across Africa.
Continuous learning and development.
Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams.
Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative.
Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative.
Strong collaborative culture grounded in principles of psychological safety and equal opportunity.
Opportunities to deepen your experiences, deliver meaningful impact and develop your skills.
An appreciation for the unique perspectives and insights you can share by bringing your whole self to the table.
If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please use the link below to apply:
Audit Manager (DPP) – Candidate’s Summary. Filling the link is mandatory for consideration alongside your application to talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke quoting ‘Audit Manager (DPP) – by 15 October 2023.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke
