Senior Assistant - US Accounting and Reporting Group USARG

Zurich

By arrangement

100%

Would you like to participate in audits for some of the biggest multinational companies in the world and top KPMG Global clients? Our US Accounting and Reporting Group (USARG) is actively looking for highly motivated individuals to join their team.Zurich

By arrangement

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Responsibilities & Profile

Your contribution to KPMG

• Conduct integrated audits of multinational companies or Swiss subsidiaries of U.S. companies including reporting to KPMG U.S. and other group auditors


• Audit spin-offs, disposals, opening balance sheets and acquired businesses in connection with various business combinations


• Support other transaction based projects that require US GAAP and SEC reporting expertise (comfort letters, agreed-upon procedures and reviews of registration statements)


• Process financial statement conversions to US GAAP


• Deliver accounting advisory and SOX advisory services to non-audit clients


• Coach Swiss-based audit teams on technical US accounting, auditing and reporting inquiries


• Conduct internal and external US GAAP and US GAAS training

This is what makes you successful

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, US GAAS/PCAOB and SEC requirements and US audit methodology


• Minimum 2-3 years of recent integrated (SOX and US GAAP/PCAOB) audit experience either with KPMG or another Big 4 firm


• Preferably accounting degree (CPA, ACCA or equivalent)


• Proficiency in researching accounting and auditing issues


• Strong project management skills


• Ability to deliver high quality services under tight deadlines


• Highly motivated, curious and proactive team player with a positive attitude


• Proficient English skills

Why KPMG

Your advantages at KPMG

Empowered to lead

Responsibility from day one. That’s how we empower tomorrow’s business leaders at KPMG. You value your independence – and so do we. We cultivate an environment where you can unfold your potential.

Your personal skillset

From digital learning to external programs, personal development comes in many shapes and forms at KPMG. Share our passion for learning and cultivate future and digital skills that will last a lifetime. Even better: benefit from our contribution to the cost of qualifying in your field.

Inspired to innovate

As part of KPMG, you join other highly qualified and motivated professionals in an inspiring entrepreneurial environment. A clear mindset and strong opinions are not only encouraged at KPMG, but expected. When it comes to ideas, quality beats hierarchy.

New ventures

KPMG thrives – and depends – on agility and change. Help shape the next generation of business with your open mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. We constantly create room for your ideas to unfold.

Choose your path

KPMG career paths are as diverse as our people. Thrive in our culture of collaboration, mentoring and mobility opportunities. As your interests and skills evolve, personal development talks guide you to the next level.

All inclusive

You expect fair compensation and certified equal pay. At KPMG, that’s what you get. Our inclusive culture makes space for unconventional ideas and new ways of working. New mothers and fathers benefit from our generous packages.

Connections that count

With our culture of collaboration, you'll automatically develop valuable and lasting links to colleagues and clients. Strengthen crucial connections further at in-house and external networking and social events.

Substance and style

Value variety in your working day and thrive at KPMG. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate to deliver real results - across borders, sectors and service lines.

Ancillary benefits may apply to certain positions (e.g. fixed-contract positions).

Your salary in this position will be in line with industry standards and will depend on your professional experience and education. During the recruitment process we will negotiate your salary with you according to our guidelines. Any salary ranges published on external platforms for this position have not been agreed with KPMG and do not apply.

KPMG as an employer

Your future team

A position in the USARG will allow you to gain valuable experience in technical accounting and auditing areas in a dynamic international setting. If you are eager to broaden your experience and improve your skill set and résumé, we can offer you opportunities to realize your full potential. Benefit from our comprehensive training both on and off the job as part of our ongoing technical and topical training curriculum, enabling new joiners at any level to increase proficiency in technical and commercial matters.More

About KPMG

KPMG is one of the leading financial audit and advisory services firms in the world. Its international network makes it possible for KPMG to offer clients clear and consistent solutions locally thanks to cross-border know-how. KPMG Switzerland advises both internationally active firms and regionally active SMEs. In addition to quality and industry knowledge, one thing is key for us: client proximity. Together with our clients and organised around their needs, we develop tailor-made solutions in the audit, tax and advisory fields, within the framework of the rules of independence.

Contact

Monique Schumaker

Human Resources

+41 58 249 79 37 To apply for this vacancy, please provide your cover letter, CV and all relevant certificates. We look forward to receiving your application.

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