Associate, Conflicts of Interest
Company: KPMG Careers
Location: Albany
Posted on: March 21, 2023
Job Description:
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG
provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in
today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by
delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our
culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an
inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports
our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're
consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune
Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity
Inc. and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we
are, join our team. KPMG is currently seeking an Associate
Conflicts of Interest to join our Risk Management
organization.Responsibilities:
- Apply an introductory understanding of the applicable conflict
of interest rules and professional standards, including
AICPA/IESBA, to identify, evaluate, and manage conflicts of
interest, and provide entry-level guidance directly to field
professionals on the application of such policy and rules in an
area that requires limited judgment
- Execute tasks that contribute to Conflicts Center of
Excellence's (Conflicts COE) projects and processes with
appropriate supervision; manage a queue of multiple tasks that
generally have short-term deadlines; serve as a role model to
peers
- Perform basic conflict of interest technical research as
directed by supervisors to contribute to the provision of technical
guidance and to execute tasks; display an introductory level of
understanding of the impact of decisions on Audit, Advisory or Tax
engagement teams and clients
- Interface regularly with Conflicts COE manager and
director-level professionals regarding the execution of tasks and
responsibilities that contribute to achieving desired outcomes for
the Independence Group
- Identify opportunities for innovation within executed tasks,
processes and projects that contribute to the improved efficiency
and effectiveness of the Conflicts COE
- Participate in and prepare for interactions with Audit,
Advisory, or Tax professionals to provide guidance regarding the
application of professional conflict of interest standards along
with a supervisor; directly interface with Audit, Advisory, or Tax
professionals on entry-level or routine matters involving
professional standards or firm policy with limited involvement of a
supervisorQualifications:
- Minimum one year of recent work experience in a public
accounting firm or equivalent preferred
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university,
preferably in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or
equivalent work experience
- Ability to contribute to projects, processes, or programs under
some supervision
- Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving,
organizational and independent judgment skills to support an
environment driven by customer service and teamwork
- Highly collaborative, effective team player, and ability to
build productive relationships with peers. KPMG complies with all
local/state regulations in regards to displaying salary ranges. If
required, the salary range(s) are displayed below and are
specifically for those potential hires who will perform work in or
reside in the location(s) listed, if selected for the role. Any
offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal
salary ranges, market-based salary ranges, applicant's skills and
prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g.
JD, technology), for example. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - Albany Salary Range: Low: $59500 - High: $81100 KPMG LLP
(the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive
compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative
action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all
applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and
hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status,
disability, protected veteran status, or any other category
protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The contains
further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal,
state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or
agencies please. KPMG does not currently require partners or
employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in
order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except
when mandated by federal, state or local law. - In some
circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or
testing (e.g., to go to the client site). - - -
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