System of Quality Management (SoQM) Specialist at KPMG South Africa

Description of the role and purpose of the job:

The purpose of this role is to support the Southern Africa SoQM Lead with the core responsibilities in relation to the operation of firm and the cluster’s System of Quality Management according to the global methodology and regulatory requirements.  

Key responsibilities:

•  Support and guidance to process owners and control performers regarding the execution of their ISQM-1 controls
•  Quality review of completed control executions
•  Monitoring and follow up of remedial actions in KIM
•  Compiling status reports and management information for reporting purposes
•  Assistance with the management and operation of the Sofy system
•  Documenting control details in the KQCE file for use by the control testers
•  Project management, support and guidance to control performers during testing
•  Other related tasks as and when required

Skills and attributes required for the role:

Skills:

•  Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with individuals at all levels
•  Strong IT aptitude and willingness to learn
•  Accuracy, attention to detail and ability to work independently
•  Good time management, task driven and ability to work under pressure
•  Good organisational skills
•  Be able to communicate effectively and professionally with individuals, including senior management

Personal attributes:

•  Professional, organised, and methodical
•  Pro-active and able to self-manage internal deadlines

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

•  An understanding of KPMG processes, policies and procedures and global systems
•  Skilled in the use of Excel, Word and PowerPoint
•  Experience in or understanding of a control environment
•  An external audit background would be an advantage