Audit Manager (DPP Accounting) at KPMG South Africa

Description of the role and purpose of the job:

• Manager in DPP Accounting, responsible for mandatory and non-mandatory consultations, financial statement reviews and informal queries in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), IFRS for SME and US GAAP (as applicable).
• To be part of the dynamic team that supports the audit function and other functions on IFRS and other financial reporting matters. Responding to consultations, informal queries, performing pre-issuance reviews and involvement in specific projects within DPP Accounting. Provide coaching to junior staff in DPP Accounting.
• Assist with the development and presenting of IFRS training of KPMG audit staff and audit clients on an annual basis.

This position can be filled through a permanent internal transfer from Audit (or other function to the extent that the applicant has the required skills), a long-term secondment from audit or another function (ie 18 - 24 months – out of the box experience) or an external appointment.

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain detailed knowledge of IFRS .
• Maintain working knowledge of IFRS for SME and US GAAP
• Researching and answering accounting queries for KPMG staff and clients in accordance IFRS, IFRS for SME and US GAAP
• Active involvement in specific projects within DPP Accounting, including supporting senior staff members by taking the lead on project management and implementation.
• Performing pre-issuance review of financial statements for listed companies’ and other clients.
• Staying up to date with developments in IFRS through internal research and involvement on local, regional and/or global topic teams
• Assisting with writing technical guidance documents and other articles for KPMG partners and staff on accounting application issues, including contentious or complex issues
• Assisting with writing technical accounting opinions for clients, including performing all related research required.
• Active involvement in client meetings (even where not required for a specific query) at appropriate levels within the client and ensure that the appropriate DPP partner / Associate Director / Senior Manager is involved where necessary / relevant.
• Responsible for coaching and providing input to audit staff and more junior DPP staff during the consultation process.
• Involved in preparing content for technical meeting topics, technical updates, and client training.

Skills and attributes required for the role:

• Attention to detail
• Good business writing skills
• Ability and keen interest to do research, work independently and part of a team, whilst producing and delivering good quality results
• Working knowledge of IFRS and related financial reporting requirements
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Proactive and being a “self-starter”
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good organizational, time and project management skills
• Able to deal with various tasks at once and meet deadlines
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Able to deal effectively with individuals at all levels within KPMG and external to KPMG
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with people at all levels
• Professional work ethic
• Good computer skills (Microsoft word, excel and PowerPoint)

Minimum requirements to apply for the role (including qualifications and experience):

• Qualified CA (SA)
• Good working knowledge of IFRS
• Post-article experience: at least two (2) years.