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About the Role

KPMG is seeking an Advisory Associate for its Advisory practice. This role involves supporting client engagements and Finance and Accounting (F&A) executives during significant transactions, helping to identify and resolve finance-related risks, and collaborating with a team of F&A consulting professionals.

Responsibilities

Support client engagements and Finance and Accounting (F&A) executives during significant transactions, including acquisitions and divestitures, for corporate and private equity clients
Help identify and resolve finance-related risks and issues during significant transactions and across functional areas
Work within a team of F&A consulting professionals, ensuring the delivery of quality client deliverables with a focus on operational F&A matters during major transactions; begin to develop long-term client relationships with key F&A executives
Maintain project templates/tools (that is, governance structure, RAID log, taskplan, and more)
Take detailed notes during calls with clients, summarize action items, and create a document repository of notes/actions
Build and maintain excel based models (that is, synergy analysis, RAID log, standalone cost models, variance analysis, business case, and more)
Collaborate across KPMGs Deal Advisory & Strategy teams on F&A engagements and/or workstreams, covering a full range of F&A activities
Assist with go to market activities and developing associated materials

Requirements

Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed a Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or similar field from an accredited college or university
Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Basic understanding of F&A functions and sub-functions within large complex organizations, including Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, Record to Report, FP&A, Treasury, Tax, and Internal Audit
Internship experience in accounting and financial operations management consulting or in financial reporting and consolidations is a plus
Strong technical, business acumen, critical thinking and agility skills
Demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach, in a dynamic, evolving environment
Ability to leverage common business technologies, including MS Office (with an emphasis on Excel) and AI, and quickly learn KPMG tools and applications used by our clients
Strong communication, organization and relationship-building skills
Ability to apply professional judgment and skepticism, manage priorities across multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work in a professional services capacity
Must reside within a commutable distance of the office for this position and be responsible for your own transportation
Work location may be in the office, at client sites, or virtual/remote depending on business need
Must be located within the U.S when working remotely
Client site locations may require domestic or international travel and overnight/extended stay
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity
Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled
Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Skills

MS Office (with an emphasis on Excel)
AI
Communication
Organization
Relationship-building
Professional judgment
Skepticism
Priority management
High-quality work delivery

Location

U.S.

Work Type

Onsite
Virtual/Remote

Experience Level

Early Career
Associate

Education Level

Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or similar field

Salary/Compensations

California Salary Range: $90000 - $105000

Benefits

Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
Options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle
Variety of medical and dental plans
Vision coverage
Disability and life insurance
401(k) plans
Robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health
Personal Time Off per fiscal year
Observed holidays
Two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off (one at year end and one around the July 4th holiday)

About the Company

At KPMG, we are not only keeping pace with the future of business; we are defining it.
Harnessing the full power of AI and digital innovation, we deliver intelligent, data-driven solutions to help our clients navigate change and transform their competitive edge.
Our people-first approach makes this possible.
KPMG invests in continuous learning by providing the tools and training for you to thrive within a culture that fosters growth and collaboration, whether you're launching your career or bringing decades of experience.
Join an inclusive team that inspires excellence, delivers meaningful impact, and empowers you to shape your own future.

Equal Opportunity

KPMG is an 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.