KPMG in Bermuda is seeking a suitably experienced and qualified accountant to join us as a Senior Manager, responsible for the Ethics and Independence (E&I) processes of the firm covering engagement independence, personal independence, firm matters and compliance monitoring and other risk management matters. The successful candidate will identify opportunities to improve the monitoring and automation of KPMG's E&I processes and procedures to improve operating efficiencies. They will develop an understanding of KPMG Global and KIG Best Practices, evaluate improvements relevant to Bermuda and champion best practice throughout the firm. In addition, the successful candidate may hold a small portfolio of audit clients, so must have a strong audit background.Candidates must have the following qualifications, experience and skills:
Familiarity with and working knowledge of KPMG's risk management systems including CQS, KICS, Sentinel, KPMG Independence Checkpoint and Global CEAC;
Familiarity with various independence standards including SEC, IESBA, AICPA and CPA Bermuda
Possess general understanding of the firm's service offerings in order to assess independence matters;
Qualified accountant with at least five (5) years of relevant post qualification experience,
Prior compliance experience in a similar role;
A strong understanding of, and experience in, the processes and workflows of professional services firms;
Significant experience in a US GAAP environment and IFRS experience;
Good knowledge of SEC requirements,
Experience in a supervisory role is preferred but not essential;
Results oriented individual with excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate to members of the firm at all levels;
Strong documentation and reporting skills;
Proven experience of working with teams that have a diverse range of experience and the ability to motivate engagement teams,
The ability and willingness to share knowledge and educate staff on technical matters;
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks from initial stages to completion within set time parameters,
Proven experience in developing excellent client and market-based relationships;
Ability to work in a fast paced environment and must be able to prioritise workload and work without supervision to meet multiple demands, and
As this is a highly trusted role the individual must have a strong degree of confidentiality and integrity.
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To apply for the above position, please visit our careers page at kpmg.bm.