Audit Manager

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. Through depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose we help our clients solve complex challenges, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow. We are looking for talented people who share our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients, our people and our communities.
The Audit division of KPMG is a significant supplier of audit services to clients and audits many of New Zealand’s top companies, financial institutions and leading privately held entities.  Our auditors combine extensive knowledge of a wide variety of businesses and sectors and a fresh approach to their work which includes an enhanced audit methodology that complies with International Auditing Standards.

The opportunity:

• Our Corporates & Enterprise Audit team is seeking an experienced auditor with strong communication skills, a confident management style and a passion for staff development.
• In this role, you will be responsible for managing the delivery of engagements to a wide range of clients, whilst supporting junior team members.
• We're in a privileged position to partner with our clients through this period of change, and be part of the journey with them as they work through their future plans.

Day to day you will:

• Prepare a wide range of audit assignments of a complex nature and/or higher risk and non-routine audits
• Undertake strategic analysis
• Plan overall work requirements of an audit
• Identify business and audit risks
• Assess effectiveness of client processes and controls
• Support business development activities for assigned clients
• Act as a client resource for technical knowledge and advice
• Recommend ‘value-added’ solutions to clients
• Anticipate future client needs
• Coach, develop and support junior team members
• Ensure effective use and application of KPMG Audit Manual/Methodology, auditing standards, and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)

What you'll bring to our team:

• At least 5 years of relevant practical audit experience working to a senior level within a Big 4 environment
• Member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), Certified Practising Accountants (CPA) or relevant overseas professional body is preferable
• High level of technical exposure
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with clients, staff and partners
• Prior staff management experience
• Strong technical and analytical skills with an ability to express views and ideas articulately both written and orally 
• The ability to multi-task, prioritise workloads and excellent time management skills
• Accounting systems and group reporting experience
• The vision to participate in strategy setting and marketing of services

Life at KPMG
KPMG values diversity in the workforce and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles, including individuals with a disability, additional mental health needs, chronic health conditions or who identify as neurodivergent. 
For disabled and neurodiverse candidates, if you encounter accessibility barriers or if you have access needs and require support to participate equitably in the recruitment process, please phone Enya van Dulm on 04 816 4660 or email [email protected]
We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstance. As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:- Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave- Access to ‘Whanau@KPMG’ – 18 weeks’ paid flexible leave for all new parents - primary and secondary carers- Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees.- Discounts on a range of lifestyle goods and services.- Opportunity to join any of our Inclusion, Diversity and Equity networks as a participant and ally.- Opportunity to join our Social club and enjoy activities such as cooking classes, painting, quiz nights and more.
We believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. We strive to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability and our inclusive culture promotes the development of our people nationwide.