1. Purpose of the position
To primarily provide technical assurance and audit reporting services, assistance and training to KPMG partners and staff (audit, tax and advisory) through the Africa region and to provide support to the rest of the audit and assurance team.
2. Key roles and responsibilities
Researching and answering assurance, audit and review reporting queries for KPMG staff and clients in accordance with International Standards of Auditing (ISA's), ISAE , ISRE the International Standards Reporting Manual (ISRM) and locally issued South African Auditing Practice Standards (SAAPS) and JSE reporting guide.
Reviewing reports submitted to DPP by engagement teams and liasing with the teams on these reports.
Assisting with the preparation and presentation of accounting updates and training on ISA's, ISRM and SAAPS's for KPMG partners, staff and KPMG clients through the African region
Staying up to date with developments in both local standards and ISA's through internal research and involvement on local topic teams
Assisting with the monthly compliance reviews to ensure that the trainings achieved the intended results.
3. Person specification
Qualifications and experience
Qualified CA
Skills and attributes
Good writing skills
Keen interest in researching and dealing with reporting related issues
Good working knowledge and understanding of ISA, ISAE, ISRE, ISRM and SAAPS's and JSE guide.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ambition to contribute to building a successful and profitable department
Proactive
Works well under pressure
Good organisational and time management skills
Able to deal with various tasks at once and meet deadlines
Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills (including writing)
Able to deal effectively with individuals at all levels within KPMG and external to KPMG
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Good computer skills (Microsoft word, excel and PowerPoint)
