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Audit Manager - Asset Management

Recruiter
KPMG
Location
London
Salary
Competitive salary & extensive benefits
Closing date
9 Jun 2021

Job Details

KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of firms. Our 16,000 people, based in any one of our 24 UK offices, use their expertise and talents to build businesses and support growth.

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. Today, more than ever in disruptive times, audit is a function needed by society, and in the future, so we can capitalise, and grow. As part of the Audit team, you'll be helping to build the confidence and trust that business and society need to thrive.

Our Investment Management team works with a variety of market leading clients ranging from some of the largest traditional asset management groups in the UK to the top five hedge fund managers in Europe; and from some of the largest private sector pension schemes and real estate investors in the UK. We offer a supportive working environment with benefits packages tailored to the individual to help achieve a good work life balance. Your role will include executive level client interaction across multiple clients, giving superb opportunities for personal and professional growth within a Big 4 environment.

What you’ll be doing

  • Budgeting and monitoring the financial performance of engagements, focusing on optimising profitability.
  • Building the reputation of KPMG through the quality of work, knowledge and experience relevant to the industry.
  • Acting as the initial point of contact throughout the year for your clients; managing timetables, anticipating costs, raise fees and agree dates for cash collection. Planning and execution of audit fieldwork and statutory reporting across a portfolio of clients.
  • Project management of all aspects of audit including agreeing audit timelines, team briefings, and supervision and delivery of audit work.

What we’re looking for

  • Must possess professional qualification; ACA, ACCA or CPA (or international equivalent).
  • Knowledge of developments within the financial sector and proven ability to proactively build strategic partnerships and influence senior leaders.
  • Significant financial statement audit experience.
  • Drive and resilience to deliver in a pressured environment.

Support from day one. We expect a lot from you, but you can expect as much in return. From Intelligent Working and Employee Networks to great rewards and benefits, we’ll have regular, honest conversations about your career.

As part of a high performing team you will be offered extensive professional development and support. You will be allocated a senior member of staff to assist with your career development and performance management to help you in meeting your professional goals.

Diverse perspectives. Diverse challenges demand wide-reaching perspectives. That’s one of the reasons why we’re so passionate about attracting, developing and retaining the best talent from all backgrounds. We’re proud of the value we place on individuality and we’ll empower you to bring your full self to work; to help maximise your true potential.

Applying with a Disability. KPMG are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we seek to attract and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool. Should you be successful after the initial application stage, please discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require, with your recruitment contact.

What to do next

Live our values and embrace our quality-first culture, and we’ll give you what you need to take your career from success to success. Start your journey by clicking 'Apply' today.

Company

Supporting the UK in a connected world

Our firm has been able to support the UK for over 150 years because of the strength of our culture. Today, we’re creating an organisation that is more inclusive, more transparent and more accountable every day, anchored to our Values.

Some of the world’s biggest companies rely on us to provide independent insight, challenge and high-quality audit expertise. Today, more than ever in disruptive times, quality audits give confidence to investors, enabling UK businesses to grow and support the economy.

Our people will work differently, in reimagined environments and we’re committed to simplified structures through investing in workplace tools that enable us to collaborate and innovate, whether you’re working at home, in our office or at businesses we audit.

Powered by passion, guided by values and backed by technology, we will create a sustainable firm, that supports the UK, in a connected world.

This is Our KPMG.


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. Our coverage spans national businesses to global corporates across all industry sectors. As part of this team, you could specialise in areas such as External Audit to Asset Management, Private Enterprise and IT Risk Management.

We continue to invest in technologies by designing and deploying powerful tech-led tools, and at the heart of this investment is KPMG Clara, our progressive global collaboration and analytics tool, evolved to help deliver even greater consistency and collaborative working.

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


What we offer

We aim to attract exceptional people from diverse backgrounds who can deliver real results for the businesses we audit and drive the firm forward.  We'll make sure you can stretch your skills and provide ongoing training and development through a mix of internal and external learning initiatives. Our e-learning platform and dedicated Audit University will allow you to access best practice guidance whenever you need it.

We expect a lot from you, but you can expect as much in return. From options for Intelligent Working and our extensive Employee Networks offer an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered.

That’s why we believe we’re the place where you can develop your career faster and with more support than anywhere else.

Company info
Location
London
United Kingdom

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