Audit Associate

2 days ago

Pittsburgh PA USA, United States KPMG Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Audit Associate to join our team at KPMG. As an Audit Associate, you will play a key role in conducting financial statement audits and serving the capital markets by ensuring the accuracy and reliability of client financial information. You will work closely with our team to develop an understanding of client-specific risks and contribute to the overall effectiveness of our clients' operations.

Responsibilities

As an Audit Associate, your responsibilities will include:

  • Working as part of a team to conduct financial statement audits and serve the capital markets
  • Developing an understanding of client-specific risks through review of financial results, relevant external information, current business trends, and client transactions
  • Preparing clear and well-structured audit documentation regarding our understanding of clients' processes and information technology (IT) systems
  • Executing and documenting testing of client controls (including IT, security, programming, and governance controls) and financial statement account balances using appropriate standards and terminology
  • Identifying potential misstatements and control deficiencies, escalating matters as appropriate
  • Supporting the execution of a high-quality audit through the performance of assigned tasks and professional client and engagement team interactions
  • Supporting the use of enabling technologies in the audit, including risk assessment, data extraction, statistical-based sampling procedures, and data analysis
  • Identifying process improvements and audit efficiencies as part of KPMG's continuous improvement culture
  • Supporting project management activities by assessing and reporting status, tracking deliverables, and coordinating action items
  • Building and maintaining professional relationships commensurate with level and experience
  • Supporting the use of Data and Analytics (D&A) in the audit, including data extraction and analysis
  • Utilizing a range of technologies and data analysis tools to execute substantive audit procedures, including artificial intelligence (AI), Excel, Alteryx, SQL, Python, and Power BI


Requirements

To be successful as an Audit Associate, you will need to have:

  • Pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the following degrees/majors in the past 12 months: Bachelor of Accountancy, Master of Accountancy, or equivalent program from an accredited college or university
  • Pursuing the state-specific education requirements to be a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the principal place of business (the state in which the office is located) for this position, with completion of required academic credits prior to the start date for this position
  • Preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Coursework or minor in information systems, software engineering, computer science, or data and analytics preferred; experience with data analysis tools such as Alteryx or Power BI preferred
  • Demonstrated quality service mindset and foundational knowledge of technical accounting and financial reporting standards; knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
  • Strong technical aptitude, critical thinking, and research skills; ability to navigate various computer applications, including MS Office (emphasis on Excel); aptitude to quickly learn KPMG Audit tools and applications used by our clients
  • Strong communication, time management, and relationship-building skills; able to employ sound professional judgment and professional skepticism; flexible and adaptable team player; leadership experience; resourceful in delivering high-quality work; ability to demonstrate project management skills is a plus
  • Must reside within a reasonably commutable distance to the office for this position and be able to travel to reasonably commutable work locations using own means of transportation, such as a personal vehicle or public transportation
  • Audit professionals are expected to work in-person at a KPMG office or client site on an average of three days per week; some client site locations may require travel and overnight/extended stay (varies by office)
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa).


What We Offer

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off. We also offer opportunities for professional development and growth, as well as a dynamic and inclusive work environment. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about audit and assurance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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