National Markets – Audit Associate – Nottingham

Job description

National Markets – Audit Associate – Nottingham

Job Description

We are currently looking for an Audit Associate to join our thriving National Markets Audit department in Nottingham.

As an Audit Associate you would be reporting directly into an Audit Assistant Manager based in Nottingham. At this level you will be going out on site to clients preforming audit work. We can offer you exposure to IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, IAS and SOX in this role. KPMG provides you the chance to take ownership of planning and project managing all aspects of audits, involving working at the client site and interacting directly with clients.

At 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.

You will work on a portfolio of clients within a cross functional office, alongside our advisory and tax functions.

Why Audit at KPMG?

Audit is the largest of our UK practices. Some of the world’s biggest companies rely on us to provide independent insight, challenge and expertise, so the work we undertake affects investment decisions, inspires confidence in public sector expenditure and supports our economic growth. As part of this team, you’ll be helping to build the confidence and trust that business and society need to thrive.

We want to lead the conversation when it comes to shaping the future of the profession. And given the scale and variety of our audit engagements in both the UK and globally, we are well placed to create change.

When you join our Audit team, we’ll make sure you can stretch your skills across diverse engagements and broad opportunities. This will include ongoing training and development through a mix of internal and external learning initiatives

We’re looking for people who share our commitment to achieving excellence and working to the highest audit standards. Natural collaborators who value different perspectives and relish the opportunity to develop, progress and help us create an environment where talent thrives and quality outcomes are intrinsic to everything we do.

Role & Responsibilities

Planning and project managing all aspects of audits including:

- Staffing Risk assessment Systems, controls and substantive testing (including audits of consolidations and statutory accounts);
- Gain experience of using various sampling techniques including MUS
- Understanding and documenting audit methodology in line with ISA
- Ensuring projects comply with KPMG and International Auditing Standards;
- Budgeting and monitoring the financial performance of projects, focusing on optimising profitability;
- Leading teams on the ground, reporting directly to the manager and partner;
- Building relationships with the client staff and acting as an ambassador for the firm;
- Report writing for Audit Committees and management;
- Identification of ways to differentiate KPMG - how can we bring new and innovative ideas to our clients?

Experience & Skills

- Part ACA, ACCA qualified or equivalent;
- Strong IT literacy, including Excel, PowerPoint and Word;
- Must demonstrate a good working knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.

We think our people really stand out from the crowd. We are looking for equally exceptional people to join us, with the following skills and characteristics:

- Creativity;
- Commercial focus;
- Ability to think big picture, out of the box;
- Strong technical skills;
- Accountability and decision making ability;
- Attention to detail, organised with a commitment to quality;
- Willingness to take on additional responsibility and opportunities and a commitment to personal development;
- Leadership skills and ability to act as a role model;
- Drive and resilience and ability to thrive in a pressured environment;
- Relationship building skills;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.

We recognise that as individuals, we each have particular needs and that one size doesn’t fit all, when it comes to how, when and where you work. That’s why we’re proud to offer our colleagues agile working options. We believe in putting you at the centre of your career – KPMG will offer the training, development and stimulating work environment to help you get to where your career ambitions are. That’s why we introduced ‘Our Deal’ – it’s our way of saying ‘thank you’ for bringing your best to work. As part of ‘Our Deal’, you’ll benefit from a range of rewards from secondment opportunities and preferential banking services to a day off on your birthday and have open, honest conversations about your career development.