Manager - Sec Independence - Audit Pursuits

1 week ago


Melbourne, Australia KPMG Full time

This role provides technical expertise and professional support in relation to SEC/PCAOB independence matters to our Audit & Assurance team. Our Audit teams provide value to our clients by delivering specialised quality audit and assurance services. High-quality, independent financial statement audits are essential to maintaining investor confidence. Our audit professionals are committed to the public interest, challenging assumptions, and unlocking valuable insights based on a solid understanding of an organisation’s business and industry.

**This role can be located in either Melbourne or Sydney.**

**Your Opportunity**
- Assist the Ethics & Independence Director and the Audit Director in managing various SEC/PCAOB Engagement Independence matters as well as APES 110, IESBA, and Corporations Act 2001 Auditor Independence matters.
- Manage and execute the Engagement Independence component of large-scale onboarding of prospective SEC audit clients.
- Consult with the Ethics & Independence team, the wider firm and other member firms to share knowledge on specific SEC independence issues, to provide added value and timely responses to the business.
- Remain resilient under pressure and prioritise multiple tasks as necessary.
- Build effective relationships with KPMG Partners and staff both locally and globally.
- May be required to supervise a team including a consultant and/or senior consultant

**How are you Extraordinary?**
- You enjoy working in the details, with a proactive attitude towards accuracy and deadlines
- You have strong technical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

**Your Experience**
- Demonstrate knowledge of SEC and PCAOB Auditor Independence rules and regulations, particularly in the Engagement Independence space - **_Required_**:

- Experience in audit, risk consulting or risk management from either a Big 4 or mid-tier professional services firm (**_minimum 3 years_**)
- An experience in the onboarding of prospective SEC audit clients would be an added advantage.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Auditor independence rules and regulations, such as APES 110, IESBA, and Corporations Act 2001, and awareness of EU and UK PIE rules.

**Qualifications**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications such as a degree in Accounting, CA or CPA.

**Additional Information**:
KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

**_ At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us._


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