Audit Manager / Senior Manager – Financial Services
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:
- This is a chance to step into a high-impact role working with some of New Zealand’s leading banks, insurance companies, funds and KiwiSaver providers.
- Whether you’re an accomplished Manager or a seasoned Senior Manager, you’ll lead complex engagements, develop high-performing teams, and build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders. You’ll also help shape how we deliver audit by combining rigorous standards with smarter, modern ways of working.
- Your level (Manager / Senior Manager) will be aligned to your experience, leadership depth and client portfolio exposure.
Day-to-Day You Will:
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Lead end-to-end audit engagements across Financial Services, from planning and risk assessment through execution, review and finalisation.
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Manage complex, higher-risk and non-routine audits, including technical accounting matters and judgement areas.
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Partner with client leaders (CFOs, Finance Heads, Risk and Audit Committees) to deliver clear, timely outcomes and practical insights.
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Identify audit and business risks and translate them into robust audit responses and value-adding recommendations.
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Assess the effectiveness of processes and controls, including environments with heightened regulatory expectations.
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Coach, mentor and develop teams to create a culture of quality, confidence and continuous improvement.
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Maintain exceptional audit quality, ensuring effective application of KPMG methodology, auditing standards and GAAP/IFRS requirements.
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Own client deliverables and engagement economics - scope, budgets, timelines, resourcing and stakeholder expectations.
- Contribute at the appropriate level to client relationship management, account planning and proposal activity, with scope increasing based on experience and role level.
- Play a broader leadership role as your level allows, including supporting practice initiatives, audit quality, people development and (at senior levels) market presence and thought leadership.
About You:
- Member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA) or relevant overseas professional body.
- Strong Financial Services audit experience, preferably in banking and/or insurance.
- 6+ years of post-qualification experience working to a senior level within a Big 4 environment.
- Experience with KPMG auditing software, specifically KPMG Clara is preferred.
- Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple engagements, delivering to time, quality and budget.
- Strong technical and analytical capability, with the confidence to make sound judgements and communicate them clearly.
- A collaborative leadership style and the ability to build meaningful relationships with clients, teams and Partners.
- Experience with group reporting and accounting systems (advantageous).
- Experience with ICFR / US SOX would be advantageous.
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 email Emma at KPMGAccessibilityNetwork@kpmg.co.nz.
For any general questions about the role or recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at Jobs@kpmg.co.nz.
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.