Manager, Tech Assurance - IT Audit

Company: KPMG
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Business Title: Manager, Tech Assurance - IT Audit
Requisition Number: 98632 - 47
Function: Audit
Area of Interest:
State: MO
City: Kansas City
Description:
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking a Manager to join Technology Assurance in our Audit (https://audit.kpmg.us/) practice.
Responsibilities:

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  Plan and execute the day-to-day activities of IT audit engagements for clients, including Financial Statement Audits, SOC Audits, real time readiness assessments and other attestations and/or platform reviews within multiple industries.
  
  
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  Evaluate the design and effectiveness of technology controls throughout the business cycle
  
  
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  Identify and communicate IT audit findings to senior management and clients
  
  
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  Help identify performance improvement opportunities for assigned clients
  
  
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  Supervise and provide performance management for IT audit staff working on assigned engagements
  
  
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    Write and present clear and concise reports and presentations containing meaningful observations and recommendations to clients, and document procedures performed, and conclusions reached related to projects
    
    
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    Support proposal and business development activities by assisting in the identification of new target clients, building business relationships with key executives, and developing/presenting proposals
    
    
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    Provide oversight and leadership to KPMG team members regarding deliverables, project plans, and performance management while contributing to industry and regulatory publications, writing professional and thought leadership articles, and speaking at related conferences and seminars
    
    
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    Help identify performance improvement opportunities for assigned clients
    
    
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    Supervise and provide performance management for IT audit staff working on assigned engagements
    
    
    Qualifications:
    
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      Minimum five years of professional experience preferably in any of the following areas: internal or external IT audit, Modern ERP packages (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.), or risk assessment with a minimum of three years of SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) compliance testing or SOC Audit experience leading engagement teams.
      
      
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      Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field from an accredited college/university
      
      
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      CPA, CISA or relevant certification preferred (though not required for this position)
      
      
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      Strong leadership and communication skills, technical knowledge, as well as the ability to write at a publication quality level to communicate findings and recommendations to the client's senior management team
      
      
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      Ability to travel as necessary
      
      
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      Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
      
      
      Additional Qualifications for Director:
      
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        Minimum eight years of professional experience preferably in any of the following areas: internal or external IT audit, Modern ERP packages (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.), or risk assessment with a minimum of five years of SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) compliance testing or SOC Audit experience leading engagement teams.
        
        
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        Demonstrated strong business development experience in consulting services industry
        
        
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        Strong leadership and communication skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to write at a publication quality level to communicate findings and recommendations to the client's senior management team
        
        
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        Supervisory experience within a professional services role is preferred
        
        
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        Ability to travel as necessary
        
        
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        Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
        
        
        KPMG complies with all local/state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. If required, the salary range(s) are displayed below and are specifically for those potential hires who will perform work in or reside in the location(s) listed, if selected for the role. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market-based salary ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD, technology), for example.
        Irvine / San Diego / Los Angeles / Seattle Salary Range: Low: $97900 - High: $151800 San Jose / San Francisco Salary Range: Low: $102400 - High: $158700 Sacramento Salary Range: Low: $93500 - High: $144900
        KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link ( https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf) contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
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