Job Description

Manager – CFO Advisory (Accounting Advisory Services)

• Sydney NSW, Australia
• Full-time

A career with CFO Advisory that sits within our Financial Risk Advisory team will provide you with the opportunity to collaborate with our clients to deliver compliant, commercial outcomes and develop and implement practical advice and recommendations to a range of complex accounting, financial and regulatory challenges. Our clients choose us for our specialist advisory knowledge, collaborative approach and ability to engage on a range of interconnected services. 

Your Opportunity: 

You will work as part of a national team that is positive, collaborative and development focused. This role is ideally suited to candidates that have experience applying and navigating the technical accounting frameworks (i.e., the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Accounting Standards, Australian Accounting Standards and various Government and State reporting frameworks), and who are seeking an opportunity to apply and enhance their knowledge to a fast-moving deals environment, growing it beyond just debits and credits, whilst also continuing to demonstrate a breadth of accounting topics and issues via bespoke accounting advice deliverables.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Support the delivery of complex projects including end to end project management, developing key client deliverables, preparing client reports and presentations, and consulting with senior leadership and external advisors.
• Provide high-quality technical accounting advice across multiple sectors, both public and private, on the accounting implications of significant business events and transactions.
• Work collaboratively with broader KPMG advisory teams including transactions services, valuations and deal advisory, in support of the clients’ goals.
• Mentor and coach junior team members in respect of technical accounting and internal policies and procedures.
• Build and develop strong relationships with clients, deal counterparties and other advisors within transaction advisory.
• Support our strategic initiatives including assisting with the development of innovative solutions and taking those solutions to market, for example, use of AI in adapting the delivery accounting advisory services to provide value to our clients.
• Demonstrate a knowledge-sharing mindset and builds a constructive culture by proactively sharing what you know with other KPMG people, teams and functions.
• As part of the broader CFO Advisory team, you will have the opportunity to apply the skills you develop to our other services offerings (e.g., Derivative Advisory, Digital Work Tools and Finance Function Reporting Advisory).

What we are looking for:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications including Chartered Accountant or equivalent (completed or currently undertaking) coupled with relevant experience in audit, advisory or assurance in Professional Services or in industry.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience, with the relevant accounting topics under IFRS / AASB such as business combinations, consolidation and equity method, financial instruments, revenue and leases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to present findings and insights clearly and precisely.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A commercial and analytical mindset with well-developed written and verbal communication skills, and strong project management skills.
• Strong people focus with a commitment to developing high performing teams and fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture.
• Interest across multiple sectors and industries preferred (e.g., Corporates, Financial Services, Public Sector).

Additional Information

• Applicants must be currently authorised to work in Australia without the need for visa sponsorship.

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back. You’ll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you’ll take control over how you work. We’re embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

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