KPMG Lower Gulf Limited jobs
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<p><b>Job Description</b></p><br><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><br><p>As an Advisory Senior, you will make a significant technical contribution to client engagements and internal projects. Within your role, you will actively establish, maintain, and strengthen internal and external relationships. You'll also identify and escalate potential business opportunities for KPMG within ongoing projects. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, compliance, and governance issues, you'll escalate issues as appropriate to the Manager/Director. Working closely with colleagues, you will confirm whether the work plan is properly executed, documented, and concluded in compliance with KPMG’s guidelines.</p><br> <p><b>Skills and Attributes</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Working effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication, and updating senior team members on progress</li> <li>Helping prepare reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties</li> <li>Developing and maintaining productive working relationships with client personnel</li> <li>Building strong internal relationships within KPMG and with other services across the organization</li> <li>Contribute to performance feedback for staff</li> <li>Other cognate duties</li> </ul> <p><b>To qualify for the role, you must have</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Bachelor's or master’s degree in Finance, Business or other related field</li> <li>Industry related certification (e.g., ACCA, ICAEW, CIA, CRMA, CRICS, ACAMS)</li> <li>Approximately 2 to 4 years of related work experience</li> <li>Related audit or applicable business experience</li> <li>Proficiency with MS Office and Power BI</li> <li>International business experience preferred</li> <li>Knowledge in data analytics would be an advantage</li> <li>Demonstrated integrity, values, principles, and work ethic</li> <li>Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills</li> <li>Language proficiency: English and Arabic</li> </ul> <p><b>Technical attributes</b></p><br> <p><b>COSO Implementation /Internal Control over Financial Reporting</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Conduct COSO-aligned risk assessments to identify financial reporting and operational risks and pinpoint gaps across the five components and 17 principles.</li> <li>Perform process walkthroughs to understand actual practices, validate alignment with policies, and identify control design and implementation gaps.</li> <li>Develop ICFR testing programs to assess design and operating effectiveness of key controls.</li> <li>Lead client discussions to present gaps, root causes and practical remediation actions.</li> <li>Design policies, procedures and control frameworks that establish a robust and balanced internal control environment.</li> <li>Identify process and control deficiencies and recommend value-adding, risk-mitigating solutions.</li> <li>Prepare clear ICFR reports communicating gaps, risks and improvement recommendations to management and governance stakeholders.</li> <li>Support preparation of ICFR documentation and schedules required for management reporting and external audit reliance.</li> </ul> <p><b>Internal Audit</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Perform risk assessments by analyzing current risks and identifying potential risks that are affecting the company</li> <li>Conduct process understanding session with client to gain knowledge of on ground practices, policies and procedure implemented to identify the design gaps, associated risks</li> <li>Develop internal audit program containing detailed testing strategies to validate the efficacy implemented controls</li> <li>Lead client discussions/presentations for gaps identified along with root causes and provide agile solutions mitigating the risks</li> <li>Skill set to develop policies and procedures from scratch highlighting balanced control environment mitigating business risks</li> <li>Acumen to identify business deficiencies and recommending value adding solution driving.</li> <li>Writing detailed audit reports effectively communicating the gaps, risks, and recommendations</li> <li>Helping prepare reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties</li> </ul> <p><b>Corporate Governance</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Advise on effective corporate governance structure including roles and responsibilities of the CEO, Board Committee etc.</li> <li>Assist in development of Delegation of Authority at corporate level based on the constitutional documents such as Articles of Association, Shareholder Agreement, BOD committee terms of reference, etc.</li> <li>Advise on matters to be delegated to the CEO and reserved for BOD/Shareholder matters.</li> <li>Assist in drafting terms of reference for BOD Committees, etc.</li> <li>Advise on the type of BOD committees to be developed i.e., advisory/decision making</li> <li>Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation and regulation pertaining to the corporate governance of the entity</li> <li>Assist in managing the preparation and publication of the Annual Corporate Governance Statement, Reports and Accounts, and other annual reports as required. This also includes monitoring and disclosure of Third-Party transactions.</li> <li>Assist in the implementation of the governance framework.</li> <li>Regular review and maintenance of the Corporate Governance policy.</li> </ul> <p><b>Enterprise Risk Management</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify strategic, operational, financial and compliance risks, and evaluate their impact on organizational objectives.</li> <li>Facilitate process and business unit walkthroughs to understand current practices, validate alignment with policies, and identify risk exposures and control gaps.</li> <li>Develop ERM assessment and monitoring tools, including risk registers, heatmaps, scoring criteria and mitigation tracking frameworks.</li> <li>Lead stakeholder discussions to present key risks, root causes and prioritized mitigation actions, enabling informed decision-making.</li> <li>Design ERM policies, frameworks and procedures that establish a structured and consistent approach to risk identification, assessment, response and reporting.</li> <li>Identify control and process weaknesses affecting risk management effectiveness and recommend practical, value-adding mitigation strategies.</li> <li>Prepare clear ERM reports and dashboards communicating top risks, trends, mitigation progress and emerging risk insights for leadership and board committees.</li> <li>Support preparation of ERM documentation and schedules required for risk committee updates, strategic planning and regulatory reporting.</li> </ul><p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. </p><br><br> </div>
Manager – Deal Advisory / Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence)
Accounting, Finance & Banking
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<p><b>Job Description</b></p><br> <p><b>Designation</b>: Manager – Deal Advisory / Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence) – Energy and Natural Resources</p><br> <p><b><u>Core Technical Skills</u></b></p><br> <p><b>Financial Due Diligence & Transaction Execution</b></p><br> <ul><li>Extensive experience leading buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements across a range of transaction sizes and structures.</li><li>Strong understanding of key deal drivers and transaction risks, with the ability to identify and communicate issues that may impact valuation, pricing, deal structure, financing, or post-deal integration.</li><li>Lead the end-to-end execution of financial due diligence engagements, including planning, scoping, data request management, analysis, reporting, and client presentations.</li><li>Perform and oversee analysis of quality of earnings, normalized EBITDA, net debt, working capital requirements, cash flow generation, and other key financial metrics.</li><li>Evaluate historical financial performance, business trends, earnings sustainability, and underlying operational drivers.</li><li>Review management forecasts, business plans, and financial models, assessing key assumptions, sensitivities, and risks relevant to the transaction.</li><li>Translate complex financial analyses into clear, concise, and commercially relevant insights for private equity, corporate, infrastructure, and sovereign investors.</li><li>Prepare and review high-quality due diligence reports, ensuring findings are focused on matters most relevant to client investment decisions.</li><li>Identify, prioritize, and communicate critical transaction issues and develop practical recommendations to support client decision-making.</li><li>Coordinate with valuation, tax, strategy, operational, ESG, and other specialist teams to deliver integrated transaction advice.</li></ul> <p><b>Energy and Natural Resources Expertise</b></p><br> <ul><li>Demonstrated experience advising on transactions within the energy, natural resources, and infrastructure sectors, including oil & gas, petrochemicals, mining & metals, power & utilities, renewables, energy transition, and related industrial assets.</li><li>Understanding of sector-specific value drivers, operating metrics, commercial structures, regulatory frameworks, and financial reporting considerations.</li><li>Experience assessing project-based businesses, long-term contracts, commodity price exposure, reserve/resource-based assets, regulated businesses, and capital-intensive operating models.</li><li>Ability to evaluate sector-specific risks and opportunities and articulate their impact on earnings, cash flows, valuation, and transaction structure.</li><li>Knowledge of energy transition trends, decarbonization initiatives, renewable energy markets, and emerging infrastructure investment themes is advantageous.</li></ul> <p><b>Project & Client Management</b></p><br> <ul><li>Manage multiple concurrent engagements, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.</li><li>Lead engagement teams and allocate resources effectively across workstreams.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, target management teams, investors, lenders, and other transaction stakeholders.</li><li>Proactively manage client expectations and ensure a high standard of client service throughout the transaction lifecycle.</li><li>Understand transaction objectives and tailor analyses and deliverables to address key client concerns and investment considerations.</li><li>Facilitate effective coordination across internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution.</li><li>Escalate key risks, issues, and commercial matters to Directors and Partners in a timely manner.</li><li>Monitor project economics, including scope management, budgets, billing, collections, and profitability.</li><li>Ensure compliance with firm risk management, independence, quality control, and engagement documentation requirements.</li></ul> <p><b>Communication, Stakeholder Management & Presentation Skills</b></p><br> <ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex financial and operational issues into clear, concise, and commercially relevant messages.</li><li>Lead or co-lead management meetings, diligence sessions, data request discussions, status calls, and report debriefs with clients, targets, investors, lenders, and other transaction stakeholders.</li><li>Present due diligence findings, key risks, and deal considerations confidently to senior management, investment teams, executive stakeholders, and investment committees.</li><li>Facilitate discussions between multiple parties and drive alignment on key transaction matters in a professional and constructive manner.</li><li>Demonstrate strong interviewing and information-gathering skills when interacting with target management teams and functional leaders.</li><li>Effectively communicate project priorities, findings, and expectations to engagement teams, ensuring efficient execution and high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Adapt communication style to different audiences, ranging from operational management to C-suite executives, boards, and investors.</li><li>Prepare and review client-ready reports, presentations, and other transaction deliverables to a consistently high professional standard.</li></ul> <p><b>Leadership & Advisory Skills</b></p><br> <ul><li>Build trusted relationships with clients, management teams, investors, and other transaction stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrate commercial awareness and an ability to understand transaction rationale, investment objectives, and broader market dynamics.</li><li>Collaborate effectively across service lines to identify opportunities for broader client support and integrated deal solutions.</li><li>Exercise sound judgment and make informed decisions in complex and fast-paced transaction environments.</li><li>Challenge assumptions constructively and provide independent, evidence-based perspectives to clients and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members through continuous feedback, technical guidance, and on-the-job training.</li><li>Foster a high-performance team environment that emphasizes quality, accountability, collaboration, and professional development.</li><li>Establish clear performance expectations and support team members in achieving their career development objectives.</li><li>Uphold the highest standards of professional integrity, ethics, independence, and risk management.</li></ul> <p><b>Qualifications & Experience</b></p><br> <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.</li><li>Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CFA, or equivalent.</li><li>Significant experience in financial due diligence, transaction services, deal advisory, audit, corporate finance, or a related field.</li><li>Proven experience managing due diligence engagements and leading teams in a professional services environment.</li><li>Demonstrated transaction experience within the energy, natural resources, infrastructure, or related sectors.</li><li>Strong analytical, financial modelling, and financial statement analysis capabilities.</li><li>Experience working with private equity, sovereign wealth funds, infrastructure investors, corporates, lenders, and other transaction participants is advantageous.</li></ul> <p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br><br> </div>
Assistant Manager/ Manager-Corporate Treasury (Financial Risk Management)
Accounting, Finance & Banking
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<b>Job Description</b><br> <p><b>Job Title:</b> <b>Assistant Manager/Manager</b></p><br> <p><b>Function: Financial Risk Management (FRM)/ Corporate Treasury</b></p><br> <p><b>Role & Responsibilities</b></p><br> <p>As an Assistant Manager/ Manager within the Financial Risk Management (“FRM”) Team you will provide a wide range of treasury advisory services to our corporate clients including review and implementation of treasury strategies, policies, target operating models, cash/liquidity management processes, hedging strategies as well as treasury systems selection and implementation.</p><br> <p><b>Project and Team Related</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Manage multiple corporate treasury projects and ensure all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time</li> <li>Manage teams and be responsible for delivering high quality results and generating effective and impactful solutions</li> <li>Remain current on new developments in corporate treasury</li> </ul> <p><b>Business Development</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Establish, maintain and strength internal and external relationships</li> <li>Support senior management team to identify new opportunities</li> <li>Draw on your knowledge and experience to create practical and innovative insights for clients contributing to KPMG thought leadership</li> </ul> <p><b>The Individual</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Thorough understanding of corporate Treasury</li> <li>Good technical knowledge of treasury systems and previous experience in systems selection and implementation (KYRIBA, FIS, SAP Hana, GTreasury, etc.)</li> <li>Good undersigning of cash and liquidity management and previous experience in cash flow forecasting and cash pooling</li> <li>Prior experience in financial modeling and financial risk management</li> <li>Detailed knowledge of treasury products pricing and accounting treatments</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills</li> <li>Prior experiences in managing and motivating a team in Treasury related areas</li> <li>Strong ability to map client business requirements and convert the same to a viable business proposition</li> <li>Exposure to business development in consulting (Pre-sales support, proposals, RFP responses)</li> <li>Strong communication skills with client facing experience.</li> <li>Ability to work under pressure – stringent deadlines and tough client conditions which may demand extended working hours.</li> <li>Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic and lead by example</li> </ul> <p><b>Qualifications</b></p><br> <ul> <li>As a minimum a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field including Finance or Accounting.</li> <li>Prior work experience (7+ years) in a corporate treasury function or Consultancy/Big 4 firm</li> <li>Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA or CFA</li> <li>Aptitude for quantitative analysis and strong numerical skills with evidence of advanced financial modeling skills</li> <li>Experience in analytical and treasury systems such as Kyriba, FIS, SAP HANA, GTreasury, ION, etc.</li> </ul> <p><b>WHAT WE OFFER YOU</b></p><br> <ul> <li>A professional work environment full of challenges and development opportunities</li> <li>A competitive salary and benefits package</li> <li>Ongoing training and coaching to develop new skills and progress your career</li> </ul><p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. </p><br><br> </div>
Assistant Manager (Financial Services) - Governance, Risk and Compliance Services
Accounting, Finance & Banking
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<p><b>Job Description</b></p><br><p><b>Job duties:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Managing internal audit engagements within the scope of co-sourcing and outsourcing contracts</li> <li>Providing advisory services on the development, documentation, transformation and organization of sustainable internal control systems (COSO framework)</li> <li>Developing and implementing a sustainable corporate governance model</li> <li>Performing independent reviews of the internal audit function based on IIA standards (quality review of internal auditing based on key professional principles, e.g. International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF)</li> <li>Developing, implementing and reviewing compliance management systems</li> </ul> <p><b>Education, qualifications and skills required:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Must be educated up to a bachelors in accounting/finance or equivalent</li> <li>Must possess a professional certification such as CA/ACCA</li> <li>Must be CIA qualified</li> <li>Possess 7-8 years of experience in Internal Audit, Corporate Governance, Enterprise Risk Management and Quality Assurance Review in Financial Services industry</li> <li>Must have demonstrable experience of managing teams and working on approximately 3 engagements simultaneously</li> <li>Experience carrying out Risk Based Internal Audits and development of policies and procedures</li> <li>Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li> </ul><p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. </p><br><br> </div>
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<b>Job Description</b><br> <p><b>Major duties:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Lead and manage projects or work-streams of a small to medium size and complexity (including analyzing and interpreting data, drafting report findings and attending client meetings)</li> <li>Contribute to the planning and delivery of engagements including work plans, timelines, project management, and resource allocation</li> <li>Liaise effectively with clients whilst working on engagements and act as an ‘ambassador’ for KPMG</li> <li>Own deliverables of an engagement/project with minimal input of project leadership</li> <li>Complete report writing, presentations and proposal preparation with minimal guidance</li> <li>Develop expertise and knowledge of a variety of clients and markets </li> <li>Produce and deliver high-quality engagement outcomes and deliverables for our clients, as well as building and maintaining relationships with clients, to develop a strong professional network over time</li> <li>Identify risks and opportunities for improvement and make strategic and tactical recommendations to assist our client’s in achieving their short-term and long-term goals</li> <li>Create a positive learning culture. Coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, and mentoring</li> <li>Contribute to practice and risk management, including thought leadership and business development activities</li> </ul> <p><b>Education requirements: </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance</li> <li>Professional accounting and/or finance qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA, CFA)</li> </ul> <p><b>Work experience requirements</b>:</p><br> <ul> <li>A minimum of 5 years of financial accounting experience in a relevant organization (preferably in big four accounting firms - audit and/or accounting advisory teams)</li> <li>Experience in MENA market highly recommended</li> <li>Demonstrate expertise of industry (Energy, Healthcare, Financial Services, and/or Public sector) leading practices</li> <li>Strong awareness of non-technical accounting matters (corporate finance, ESG, deals, tax, legal, etc.</li> </ul> <p><b>Technical skills requirements:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Extensive technical accounting experience in IFRS and IPSAS </li> <li>Strong analytical skills (an eye for detail and awareness of broader business issues)</li> <li>Deep understanding of finance business processes and finance controls</li> <li>Advance knowledge of Microsoft products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li> <li>Experience with Oracle, SAP, Power BI, Visio, Blueworks, Aries will be preferred</li> </ul> <p><b>Interpersonal skills:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Ability to articulate views and ideas clearly, both written and verbal</li> <li>Ability to work effectively, and collaboratively as part of a project team</li> <li>Strong leadership and team-building skills</li> <li>Sound decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail</li> <li>Good presentation skills encompassing the ability to convey complex concepts accurately and succinctly</li> <li>Use diverse sets of inputs to develop a broad perspective on business and people issues</li> </ul><p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Job Description </b></p><br> <p><b>Financial Services | GRCS </b></p><br> <p>We are seeking a high-performing <b>Manager – Governance, Risk & Compliance Services</b> to join our Financial Services solution team. The role will focus on leading complex engagements across Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance and Risk Advisory within the Financial Services sector (banks, insurance, investment firms, fintech). </p><br> <p><b>Job Role & Responsibilities </b></p><br> <p><b>Engagement Leadership & Delivery </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Lead and manage multiple complex client engagements simultaneously, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines, budget and quality standards.</li> <li>Take full accountability for planning, execution, review and reporting of engagements.</li> <li>Oversee engagement economics including budgeting, billing, margin monitoring and resource planning.</li> <li>Review and sign-off on key deliverables before Partner review.</li> <li>Act as primary point of contact for client senior management.</li> </ul> <p><b>Risk & Quality Management </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Ensure full compliance with KPMG’s internal risk management, client acceptance and continuance procedures.</li> <li>Oversee engagement management procedures related to:<ul> <li>Internal Audit</li> <li>Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICOFR)</li> <li>Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)</li> <li>Corporate Governance</li> <li>Internal Audit Quality Assurance Reviews</li> </ul></li> <li>Ensure adherence to Advisory quality standards and regulatory requirements specific to Financial Services.</li> </ul> <p><b>Sector & Regulatory Expertise </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Maintain strong understanding of regulatory frameworks impacting Financial Services (CBUAE, DFSA, ADGM, IFRS, Basel, etc.).</li> <li>Lead knowledge-sharing sessions and update teams on regulatory developments, industry trends and emerging risks.</li> <li>Provide technical guidance to engagement teams and clients.</li> </ul> <p><b>Business Development & Growth </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Support and actively drive business development initiatives within the Financial Services sector.</li> <li>Lead proposal development, technical write-ups, pricing discussions and client presentations.</li> <li>Identify cross-selling opportunities across Advisory and other service lines.</li> <li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders.</li> </ul> <p><b>Innovation & Methodology </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Lead initiatives to enhance service delivery efficiency including:<ul> <li>Digital transformation</li> <li>Standardization of workpapers</li> <li>Automation and analytics</li> </ul></li> <li>Contribute to development and implementation of new service offerings, tools and methodologies within GRCS.</li> </ul> <p><b>People Leadership </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Lead, mentor and develop Assistant Managers, Seniors and Associates.</li> <li>Conduct performance reviews and support career progression discussions.</li> <li>Ensure optimal team allocation across engagements.</li> <li>Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.</li> </ul> <p><b>Education, Qualifications & Skills </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, Management Accounting or equivalent.</li> <li>Professional certifications such as:<ul> <li>CIA / CA / ACCA / CISA / CFE / CRMA / BCM / CCGP (mandatory or in advanced stage of completion)</li> </ul></li> <li>8–10 years of relevant experience in:<ul> <li>Internal Audit</li> <li>ICOFR</li> <li>Enterprise Risk Management</li> <li>Corporate Governance</li> <li>Internal Audit Quality Assurance</li> <li>Preferably within consulting firms or Financial Services institutions (banks, insurance, investment firms)</li> </ul></li> <li>Minimum 2+ years of experience in a managerial capacity.</li> <li>Strong exposure to Financial Services regulatory environment.</li> <li>Proven experience managing multiple engagements (3–5 concurrently).</li> <li>Strong commercial awareness and engagement economics management.</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic is a strong advantage).</li> <li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li> <li>Strong analytical mindset with the ability to provide practical, risk-based solutions.</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management and client-facing skills.</li> </ul> <p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br><br> </div>
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<b>Job Description</b><br> <p><b>Overview</b></p><br> <ol> <li>assist the F-QPLP/ F-RMP (Functional Quality and Performance Lead Partner / Functional – Risk Management Partner) (and their Delegate) with day-to-day Advisory quality and risk management initiatives, and support in driving a culture of quality, compliance, ethics, integrity; and</li> <li>lead the quality and risk management procedures for large transformation projects that exceed a certain threshold within the Advisory service line.</li> </ol> <p>The candidate possesses optimal technical and practical knowledge, experience, and insight into the global and local quality and risk management policies and procedures, which include core principles defined in the Global Quality and Risk Management (GQ&RM) Manual, and other risk management and compliance-related requirements defined by the regulators that apply to KPMG LG.</p><br> <p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><br> <ol> <li><b>Quality and Risk Management</b> <ol> <li>Assist the F-QPLP/F-RMP (and their Delegate) in executing day-to-day quality and risk management initiatives across the Advisory service line.</li> <li>Lead risk management processes for large transformation projects exceeding specified thresholds, ensuring compliance with global and local policies.</li> <li>Promote a culture of quality, compliance, ethics, and integrity throughout the organization.</li> </ol></li> <li><b>Policy and Compliance</b> <ol> <li>Maintain a deep understanding of the Quality and Risk Management related issues including local regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Develop, update, and ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and guidelines related to quality and risk management.</li> </ol></li> <li><b>Risk Assessment and Mitigation</b> <ol> <li>Identify, evaluate, and address potential risks associated with large projects, providing proactive solutions to maintain compliance.</li> <li>Escalate any breaches of risk policies and recommend corrective actions in collaboration with F-QPLP/F-RMP (and their Delegate).<br> </li> </ol></li> <li><b>Reporting, Communication, and Stakeholder Management</b> <ol> <li>Prepare ad-hoc risk reports and presentations for the F-QPLP/ F-RMP (and their Delegate) and management, as required.</li> <li>Address system issues in collaboration with global teams and undertake administrative reporting.</li> <li>Coordinate departmental meetings and presentations.</li> </ol></li> <li><b>Continuous Improvement</b> <ol> <li>Identify and implement opportunities to streamline risk management processes, driving efficiencies for client-facing teams.</li> </ol></li> </ol> <p><b>Qualifications/ Experience</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field</li> <li>Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, etc.) or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFE, ACAMS) is considered an advantage.</li> <li>Minimum 6-7 years of experience at a Big 4 or other reputable professional services firm,multinational organization, or financial institution in risk management, internal audit, compliance, or related field.</li> <li>Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of global and local quality and risk management policies and procedures.</li> <li>Ability to deliver solution-focused advice and provide practical business solutions</li> <li>Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and relevant software</li> <li>Technical IT skills to operate risk management platforms and tools</li> </ul><p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Job Description</b></p><br> <p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><br> <p><b>Client Delivery & Project Management</b></p><br> <ul><li>Lead and deliver GRC including internal audit engagements for public sector and government-related entities.</li><li>Manage day-to-day project execution, including planning, fieldwork, quality reviews, and reporting.</li><li>Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outputs.</li><li>Prepare and review project deliverables, reports, presentations, and executive summaries.</li></ul> <p><b>Governance & Risk Advisory</b></p><br> <ul><li>Design and assess governance frameworks, policies, and operating models aligned with leading practices.</li><li>Support enterprise risk management (ERM) initiatives, including risk assessments, risk registers, and risk appetite frameworks.</li><li>Conduct internal control reviews and support Internal Audit-related advisory engagements.</li><li>Assist clients with compliance assessments against local regulations, government mandates, and international standards (e.g., ADAA, IIA, COSO, etc).</li></ul> <p><b>Public Sector & Regulatory Focus</b></p><br> <ul><li>Support public sector transformation initiatives related to governance maturity, accountability, and transparency.</li><li>Interpret and apply UAE / GCC government regulations, laws, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Assist in developing frameworks related to ethics, compliance, delegation of authority, and performance monitoring.</li></ul> <p><b>Team Leadership & Development</b></p><br> <ul><li>Supervise and coach associates and senior associates on project execution and professional development.</li><li>Review work prepared by junior team members to ensure accuracy and quality.</li><li>Support resource planning and workload management across engagements.</li></ul> <p><b>Business Development & Firm Support</b></p><br> <ul><li>Support proposal development, including drafting methodologies, work plans, and pricing inputs.</li><li>Contribute to thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and internal capability development.</li><li>Assist senior leadership in identifying opportunities within public sector accounts.</li></ul> <p><b>Qualifications & Experience</b></p><br> <p><b>Education</b></p><br> <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.</li><li>Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.</li></ul> <p><b>Professional Certifications (Preferred)</b></p><br> <ul><li>CIA, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.</li><li>ISO certifications (e.g., ISO 31000, ISO 22301, ISO 27001) are an advantage.</li></ul> <p><b>Experience</b></p><br> <ul><li>6–8 years of relevant experience in GRC, risk advisory, internal audit, or consulting.</li><li>Prior experience working with public sector or government entities is strongly preferred.</li><li>Experience in a professional services / Big-4 / advisory environment is highly desirable.</li></ul> <p><b>Key Skills & Competencies</b></p><br> <ul><li>Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.</li><li>Knowledge of public sector operating models and regulatory environments.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.</li><li>Leadership mindset with the ability to mentor junior team members.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).</li></ul> <p><b>Language Requirements</b></p><br> <ul><li>English: Fluent (written and spoken).</li><li>Arabic: Strongly preferred due to public sector client interactions.</li></ul> <p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br><br> </div>
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<b>Job Description</b><br> <p><b>Role: Audit Supervisor – IGH Audits (FY25 - DXB)</b></p><br> <p><b>Position Commencement Date: October 1st, 2024.</b><br><b>Interviews to Commence in June 2024</b></p><br> <p><b>We are currently seeking a qualified Audit Supervisor specializing in IGH audits to join our team for the FY25 Hiring Session. The selected candidate will assume responsibilities starting from October 1st, 2024, with interviews scheduled to begin in June 2024.</b></p><br> <p><b>Job Identification:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Title: Audit Supervisor – IGH Audit - FY25 (DXB)</li> <li>Department: Audit</li> <li>Reporting to: Supervisor</li> <li>Supervising: Senior Associate</li> <li>Hierarchical Level: D1</li> <li>Job Family: Audit</li> </ul> <p><b>Overall Objective and Responsibilities:</b></p><br> <p>As an Audit Supervisor specializing in IGH audits, you will be responsible for overseeing and conducting comprehensive audits within the Infrastructure, Governance, Healthcare, Real Estate, construction, Oil & Gas sector, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.</p><br> <p><b>Major Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Assist in planning, executing, and finalizing all IGH audit assignments for Manager/Partner review.</li> <li>Produce work for review, highlighting issues and offering potential solutions.</li> <li>Manage client deliverables, including attending meetings.</li> <li>Conduct strategic analysis specific to the IGH industry.</li> <li>Identify business and audit risks in the IGH sector.</li> <li>Assess the effectiveness of client processes and controls within the IGH industry.</li> <li>Perform higher-risk and nonroutine audit functions in the IGH sector.</li> <li>Provide day-to-day management of junior team members.</li> <li>Ensure effective use and application of KPMG Audit Manual/Methodology, auditing standards, and relevant industry standards within IGH.</li> </ul> <p><b>Profile:</b><br><b>Education Requirements:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Bachelors in commerce or completed A levels or equivalent.</li> <li>ACCA: Minimum of 9 papers (F1-F9) completed.</li> <li>CPA: Completion of 2 papers.</li> <li>ICAEW: Completion of Professional Stage.</li> </ul> <p><b>Work Experience Requirements:</b></p><br> <ul> <li>3+ years postgraduate experience.</li> <li>Recent experience in IGH audits.</li> <li>Strong understanding of accounting concepts related to the IGH sector.</li> <li>Computer literacy.</li> </ul> <p><b>Knowledge / Technical Skills:</b></p><br> <ol><li>Strong analytical skills.</li><li>Customer focus.</li><li>Mentors new team members.</li></ol> <p><b>Language Skills:</b><br></p><br> <ul> <li>English: Fluent in speaking, reading, writing, and listening.</li> <li>Arabic: Fluent in speaking, reading, writing, and listening.</li> </ul> <p><b>Interpersonal Skills:</b></p><br> <ol><li>Proactive and independent.</li><li>Strong research skills.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills.</li><li>Proficient problem solver.</li><li>Effective communicator.</li></ol><p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. </p><br><br> </div>
Associate Director - Regulatory and Risk Advisory (RRA)/ Corporate Treasury - ERS
Accounting, Finance & Banking
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<p><b>Job Description</b></p><br> <p><b>Job Title: Associate Director</b></p><br> <p><b>Function: Regulatory and Risk Advisory (RRA)/ Corporate Treasury</b></p><br> <p>As part of the middle east capability the Regulatory and Risk Advisory (“RRA”) team provide a wide range of treasury advisory services to our corporate clients including, leadership and management of transformation programmes, review and implementation of treasury strategies, policies, target operating models, cash/liquidity management processes, hedging strategies as well as treasury systems selection and implementation.</p><br> <p><b>The Role</b></p><br> <p>As an <b>Associate Director</b>, you will play a pivotal leadership role in <b>defining strategy, shaping client transformation agendas, and ensuring successful execution</b>. You will lead client engagements, manage diverse teams, and oversee delivery of large programmes while driving innovation and building lasting client relationships.</p><br> <p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><br> <p><b>Leadership, Strategy & Project Delivery</b></p><br> <ul><li>Drive the growth and strategic development of the corporate treasury practice, including capability building, solution innovation, and revenue expansion.</li><li>Act as a strategic advisor to CFOs and Group Treasurers, influencing investment decisions and shaping enterprise-wide treasury transformation agendas.</li><li>Own and contribute to revenue generation, including leading pursuits, shaping proposals, and converting opportunities into engagements.</li><li>Lead go-to-market initiatives, develop market propositions, and contribute to thought leadership, enhancing the firm’s visibility and positioning in corporate treasury.</li><li>Actively shape and influence the corporate treasury agenda by anticipating emerging trends, regulatory developments, and market innovations, translating these into strategic insights and differentiated client solutions.</li><li>Lead and oversee complex client engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery, effective risk management, and alignment with strategic business outcomes.</li></ul> <p><b>The Person</b></p><br> <p>We are seeking a dynamic leader who combines <b>deep technical expertise in corporate treasury with proven leadership skills</b>. You should have a track record of <b>shaping strategy, managing treasury projects, and leading teams to deliver large-scale impact</b>.</p><br> <p><b>Requirements</b></p><br> <ul><li>Thorough understanding of corporate Treasury covering key concepts for In-House Banks, Payment Factories, POBO/COBO, cash pooling, liquidity forecasting, FX processes and bank connectivity.</li><li>Proven track record leading treasury transformation projects, ideally including TOM design, cash management, IHB, payment factory, liquidity forecasting, banking strategy or TMS implementation.</li><li>Good technical knowledge of treasury systems and previous experience in systems selection and implementation (KYRIBA, FIS, SAP Hana, GTreasury, etc.)</li><li>Prior experience in financial modeling and financial risk management</li><li>Detailed knowledge of treasury products pricing and accounting treatments</li><li>Demonstrated resilience and ability to lead teams and deliver in complex, high-pressure environments.</li><li>Strong ability to map client business requirements and convert the same to a viable business proposition</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with experience driving business development, including RFP responses and client relationship management</li><li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills</li><li>Strong communication skills with client facing experience.</li><li>Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic and lead by example</li></ul> <p><b>Qualifications</b></p><br> <ul><li>Extensive experience (10+ years) in corporate treasury or advisory within a leading financial institution or consulting firm.</li><li>As a minimum a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field including Finance or Accounting.</li><li>Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA or CFA</li><li>Aptitude for quantitative analysis and strong numerical skills with evidence of advanced financial modeling skills</li><li>Experience in analytical and treasury systems such as Kyriba, FIS, SAP HANA, GTreasury, ION, etc.</li><li>Fluent English; Arabic or another regional language is a plus.</li></ul> <p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Job Description</b></p><br><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><br><p>As an Advisory Senior, you will make a significant technical contribution to client engagements and internal projects. Within your role, you will actively establish, maintain, and strengthen internal and external relationships. You'll also identify and escalate potential business opportunities for KPMG within ongoing projects. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, compliance, and governance issues, you'll escalate issues as appropriate to the Manager/Director. Working closely with colleagues, you will confirm whether the work plan is properly executed, documented, and concluded in compliance with KPMG’s guidelines.</p><br> <p><b>Skills and Attributes</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Working effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication, and updating senior team members on progress</li> <li>Helping prepare reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties</li> <li>Developing and maintaining productive working relationships with client personnel</li> <li>Building strong internal relationships within KPMG and with other services across the organization</li> <li>Contribute to performance feedback for staff</li> <li>Other cognate duties</li> </ul> <p><b>To qualify for the role, you must have</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Bachelor's or master’s degree in Finance, Business or other related field</li> <li>Industry related certification (e.g., ACCA, ICAEW, CIA, CRMA, CRICS, ACAMS)</li> <li>Approximately 2 to 4 years of related work experience</li> <li>Related audit or applicable business experience</li> <li>Proficiency with MS Office and Power BI</li> <li>International business experience preferred</li> <li>Knowledge in data analytics would be an advantage</li> <li>Demonstrated integrity, values, principles, and work ethic</li> <li>Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills</li> <li>Language proficiency: English and Arabic</li> </ul> <p><b>Technical attributes</b></p><br> <p><b>COSO Implementation /Internal Control over Financial Reporting</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Conduct COSO-aligned risk assessments to identify financial reporting and operational risks and pinpoint gaps across the five components and 17 principles.</li> <li>Perform process walkthroughs to understand actual practices, validate alignment with policies, and identify control design and implementation gaps.</li> <li>Develop ICFR testing programs to assess design and operating effectiveness of key controls.</li> <li>Lead client discussions to present gaps, root causes and practical remediation actions.</li> <li>Design policies, procedures and control frameworks that establish a robust and balanced internal control environment.</li> <li>Identify process and control deficiencies and recommend value-adding, risk-mitigating solutions.</li> <li>Prepare clear ICFR reports communicating gaps, risks and improvement recommendations to management and governance stakeholders.</li> <li>Support preparation of ICFR documentation and schedules required for management reporting and external audit reliance.</li> </ul> <p><b>Internal Audit</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Perform risk assessments by analyzing current risks and identifying potential risks that are affecting the company</li> <li>Conduct process understanding session with client to gain knowledge of on ground practices, policies and procedure implemented to identify the design gaps, associated risks</li> <li>Develop internal audit program containing detailed testing strategies to validate the efficacy implemented controls</li> <li>Lead client discussions/presentations for gaps identified along with root causes and provide agile solutions mitigating the risks</li> <li>Skill set to develop policies and procedures from scratch highlighting balanced control environment mitigating business risks</li> <li>Acumen to identify business deficiencies and recommending value adding solution driving.</li> <li>Writing detailed audit reports effectively communicating the gaps, risks, and recommendations</li> <li>Helping prepare reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties</li> </ul> <p><b>Corporate Governance</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Advise on effective corporate governance structure including roles and responsibilities of the CEO, Board Committee etc.</li> <li>Assist in development of Delegation of Authority at corporate level based on the constitutional documents such as Articles of Association, Shareholder Agreement, BOD committee terms of reference, etc.</li> <li>Advise on matters to be delegated to the CEO and reserved for BOD/Shareholder matters.</li> <li>Assist in drafting terms of reference for BOD Committees, etc.</li> <li>Advise on the type of BOD committees to be developed i.e., advisory/decision making</li> <li>Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation and regulation pertaining to the corporate governance of the entity</li> <li>Assist in managing the preparation and publication of the Annual Corporate Governance Statement, Reports and Accounts, and other annual reports as required. This also includes monitoring and disclosure of Third-Party transactions.</li> <li>Assist in the implementation of the governance framework.</li> <li>Regular review and maintenance of the Corporate Governance policy.</li> </ul> <p><b>Enterprise Risk Management</b></p><br> <ul> <li>Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify strategic, operational, financial and compliance risks, and evaluate their impact on organizational objectives.</li> <li>Facilitate process and business unit walkthroughs to understand current practices, validate alignment with policies, and identify risk exposures and control gaps.</li> <li>Develop ERM assessment and monitoring tools, including risk registers, heatmaps, scoring criteria and mitigation tracking frameworks.</li> <li>Lead stakeholder discussions to present key risks, root causes and prioritized mitigation actions, enabling informed decision-making.</li> <li>Design ERM policies, frameworks and procedures that establish a structured and consistent approach to risk identification, assessment, response and reporting.</li> <li>Identify control and process weaknesses affecting risk management effectiveness and recommend practical, value-adding mitigation strategies.</li> <li>Prepare clear ERM reports and dashboards communicating top risks, trends, mitigation progress and emerging risk insights for leadership and board committees.</li> <li>Support preparation of ERM documentation and schedules required for risk committee updates, strategic planning and regulatory reporting.</li> </ul><p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. </p><br><br> </div>
Manager – Deal Advisory / Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence)
Accounting, Finance & Banking
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<p><b>Job Description</b></p><br> <p><b>Designation</b>: Manager – Deal Advisory / Transaction Services (Financial Due Diligence) – Energy and Natural Resources</p><br> <p><b><u>Core Technical Skills</u></b></p><br> <p><b>Financial Due Diligence & Transaction Execution</b></p><br> <ul><li>Extensive experience leading buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements across a range of transaction sizes and structures.</li><li>Strong understanding of key deal drivers and transaction risks, with the ability to identify and communicate issues that may impact valuation, pricing, deal structure, financing, or post-deal integration.</li><li>Lead the end-to-end execution of financial due diligence engagements, including planning, scoping, data request management, analysis, reporting, and client presentations.</li><li>Perform and oversee analysis of quality of earnings, normalized EBITDA, net debt, working capital requirements, cash flow generation, and other key financial metrics.</li><li>Evaluate historical financial performance, business trends, earnings sustainability, and underlying operational drivers.</li><li>Review management forecasts, business plans, and financial models, assessing key assumptions, sensitivities, and risks relevant to the transaction.</li><li>Translate complex financial analyses into clear, concise, and commercially relevant insights for private equity, corporate, infrastructure, and sovereign investors.</li><li>Prepare and review high-quality due diligence reports, ensuring findings are focused on matters most relevant to client investment decisions.</li><li>Identify, prioritize, and communicate critical transaction issues and develop practical recommendations to support client decision-making.</li><li>Coordinate with valuation, tax, strategy, operational, ESG, and other specialist teams to deliver integrated transaction advice.</li></ul> <p><b>Energy and Natural Resources Expertise</b></p><br> <ul><li>Demonstrated experience advising on transactions within the energy, natural resources, and infrastructure sectors, including oil & gas, petrochemicals, mining & metals, power & utilities, renewables, energy transition, and related industrial assets.</li><li>Understanding of sector-specific value drivers, operating metrics, commercial structures, regulatory frameworks, and financial reporting considerations.</li><li>Experience assessing project-based businesses, long-term contracts, commodity price exposure, reserve/resource-based assets, regulated businesses, and capital-intensive operating models.</li><li>Ability to evaluate sector-specific risks and opportunities and articulate their impact on earnings, cash flows, valuation, and transaction structure.</li><li>Knowledge of energy transition trends, decarbonization initiatives, renewable energy markets, and emerging infrastructure investment themes is advantageous.</li></ul> <p><b>Project & Client Management</b></p><br> <ul><li>Manage multiple concurrent engagements, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.</li><li>Lead engagement teams and allocate resources effectively across workstreams.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, target management teams, investors, lenders, and other transaction stakeholders.</li><li>Proactively manage client expectations and ensure a high standard of client service throughout the transaction lifecycle.</li><li>Understand transaction objectives and tailor analyses and deliverables to address key client concerns and investment considerations.</li><li>Facilitate effective coordination across internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution.</li><li>Escalate key risks, issues, and commercial matters to Directors and Partners in a timely manner.</li><li>Monitor project economics, including scope management, budgets, billing, collections, and profitability.</li><li>Ensure compliance with firm risk management, independence, quality control, and engagement documentation requirements.</li></ul> <p><b>Communication, Stakeholder Management & Presentation Skills</b></p><br> <ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex financial and operational issues into clear, concise, and commercially relevant messages.</li><li>Lead or co-lead management meetings, diligence sessions, data request discussions, status calls, and report debriefs with clients, targets, investors, lenders, and other transaction stakeholders.</li><li>Present due diligence findings, key risks, and deal considerations confidently to senior management, investment teams, executive stakeholders, and investment committees.</li><li>Facilitate discussions between multiple parties and drive alignment on key transaction matters in a professional and constructive manner.</li><li>Demonstrate strong interviewing and information-gathering skills when interacting with target management teams and functional leaders.</li><li>Effectively communicate project priorities, findings, and expectations to engagement teams, ensuring efficient execution and high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Adapt communication style to different audiences, ranging from operational management to C-suite executives, boards, and investors.</li><li>Prepare and review client-ready reports, presentations, and other transaction deliverables to a consistently high professional standard.</li></ul> <p><b>Leadership & Advisory Skills</b></p><br> <ul><li>Build trusted relationships with clients, management teams, investors, and other transaction stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrate commercial awareness and an ability to understand transaction rationale, investment objectives, and broader market dynamics.</li><li>Collaborate effectively across service lines to identify opportunities for broader client support and integrated deal solutions.</li><li>Exercise sound judgment and make informed decisions in complex and fast-paced transaction environments.</li><li>Challenge assumptions constructively and provide independent, evidence-based perspectives to clients and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members through continuous feedback, technical guidance, and on-the-job training.</li><li>Foster a high-performance team environment that emphasizes quality, accountability, collaboration, and professional development.</li><li>Establish clear performance expectations and support team members in achieving their career development objectives.</li><li>Uphold the highest standards of professional integrity, ethics, independence, and risk management.</li></ul> <p><b>Qualifications & Experience</b></p><br> <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline.</li><li>Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CFA, or equivalent.</li><li>Significant experience in financial due diligence, transaction services, deal advisory, audit, corporate finance, or a related field.</li><li>Proven experience managing due diligence engagements and leading teams in a professional services environment.</li><li>Demonstrated transaction experience within the energy, natural resources, infrastructure, or related sectors.</li><li>Strong analytical, financial modelling, and financial statement analysis capabilities.</li><li>Experience working with private equity, sovereign wealth funds, infrastructure investors, corporates, lenders, and other transaction participants is advantageous.</li></ul> <p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Job Description </b></p><br><p><b>Reports to:</b> Manager/Senior Manager/Director/Partner – depends on project </p><br> <p><b>Typical Experience/Qualifications: </b></p><br> <p>ADIT/Accounting (CA, ACCA, CPA) or legal qualification, with at least 4 years of international corporate tax consulting/ M&A experience. </p><br> <p><b>Job Role and Responsibilities: </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Participates in proposals for tax projects and multifunctional projects including proposal writing, co-ordination -with other parties for inputs into the proposal, part of the team interacting with clients during the entire proposal process on occasion</li> <li>Delivers high quality tax engagements for manager / partner review in a timely manner</li> <li>Starts to build relationships with other functions and network offices, as well as lawyers investment managers and other relevant external contact network</li> <li>Co-ordinates with other offices in a multi-office engagement, and reviews inputs received from such offices such that the overall deliverable can be provided to senior management for review in a timely manner</li> <li>Is aware of and ensures that risk processes are adhered to at all times; consults internally and with the risk team for engagement and or client processes that deviate from the standard</li> <li>For projects that the senior associate is a part of, ensures that practice management is up-to-date at all times including prompt submission of timesheets, client files, billing, collection, WIP review, payouts to other offices, multi-firm engagement documentation and closure of engagements on the system</li> <li>Communicates regularly with the partner / director on client, people, risk and practice management aspects and seeks inputs on all key decisions and issues</li> </ul> <p><b>Relevant Skills and Behaviors: </b></p><br> <p><b>Core and technical skills </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Basic to good knowledge and experience in international corporate tax including international holding structures, tax treaty network, fund structuring, tax policy and tax risk management</li> <li>Basic to good knowledge and experience in tax due diligence</li> <li>Basic to practical knowledge of tax accounting, transfer pricing and International Executive Services related tax principles</li> <li>Basic experience in business development, client relationship and client management</li> <li>Assist Partner and Director in identifying targets, assist in preparing action plan for developing the client and implementation of the plan able to identify opportunities for cross selling work of other functions</li> <li>Good risk management knowledge and application including documentation, ability to escalate issues quickly to risk management specialists for resolution, incorporating risk management into work environment such that it is a part of the inherent process of engagement delivery</li> <li>Basic to good practice management skills including debtors, timesheets, billing, follow up on recovery with clients</li> <li>Good report writing skills including ability to write simple tax reports and opinions</li> <li>Good project management skills including coordinating with multiple teams across various jurisdictions</li> </ul> <p><b>Person Specifications </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Good academic record</li> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills (report writing, presentations)</li> <li>Good interpersonal and teamwork skills</li> <li>Linguistic Skills</li> <li>Fluent English – Verbal & written, Arabic skills are an added advantage</li> </ul> <p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. </p><br><br> </div>
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<p><b>Job Description </b></p><br><p><b>Reports to:</b> Manager/Senior Manager/Director/Partner – depends on project </p><br> <p><b>Typical Experience/Qualifications: </b></p><br> <p>ADIT/Accounting (CA, ACCA, CPA) or legal qualification, with at least 4 years of international corporate tax consulting/ M&A experience. </p><br> <p><b>Job Role and Responsibilities: </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Participates in proposals for tax projects and multifunctional projects including proposal writing, co-ordination -with other parties for inputs into the proposal, part of the team interacting with clients during the entire proposal process on occasion</li> <li>Delivers high quality tax engagements for manager / partner review in a timely manner</li> <li>Starts to build relationships with other functions and network offices, as well as lawyers investment managers and other relevant external contact network</li> <li>Co-ordinates with other offices in a multi-office engagement, and reviews inputs received from such offices such that the overall deliverable can be provided to senior management for review in a timely manner</li> <li>Is aware of and ensures that risk processes are adhered to at all times; consults internally and with the risk team for engagement and or client processes that deviate from the standard</li> <li>For projects that the senior associate is a part of, ensures that practice management is up-to-date at all times including prompt submission of timesheets, client files, billing, collection, WIP review, payouts to other offices, multi-firm engagement documentation and closure of engagements on the system</li> <li>Communicates regularly with the partner / director on client, people, risk and practice management aspects and seeks inputs on all key decisions and issues</li> </ul> <p><b>Relevant Skills and Behaviors: </b></p><br> <p><b>Core and technical skills </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Basic to good knowledge and experience in international corporate tax including international holding structures, tax treaty network, fund structuring, tax policy and tax risk management</li> <li>Basic to good knowledge and experience in tax due diligence</li> <li>Basic to practical knowledge of tax accounting, transfer pricing and International Executive Services related tax principles</li> <li>Basic experience in business development, client relationship and client management</li> <li>Assist Partner and Director in identifying targets, assist in preparing action plan for developing the client and implementation of the plan able to identify opportunities for cross selling work of other functions</li> <li>Good risk management knowledge and application including documentation, ability to escalate issues quickly to risk management specialists for resolution, incorporating risk management into work environment such that it is a part of the inherent process of engagement delivery</li> <li>Basic to good practice management skills including debtors, timesheets, billing, follow up on recovery with clients</li> <li>Good report writing skills including ability to write simple tax reports and opinions</li> <li>Good project management skills including coordinating with multiple teams across various jurisdictions</li> </ul> <p><b>Person Specifications </b></p><br> <ul> <li>Good academic record</li> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills (report writing, presentations)</li> <li>Good interpersonal and teamwork skills</li> <li>Linguistic Skills</li> <li>Fluent English – Verbal & written, Arabic skills are an added advantage</li> </ul> <p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. </p><br><br> </div>
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<li>Lead and manage projects or work-streams of a small to medium size and complexity (including analyzing and interpreting data, drafting report findings and attending client meetings)</li>
<li>Contribute to the planning and delivery of engagements including work plans, timelines, project management, and resource allocation</li>
<li>Liaise effectively with clients whilst working on engagements and act as an ‘ambassador’ for KPMG</li>
<li>Own deliverables of an engagement/project with minimal input of project leadership</li>
<li>Complete report writing, presentations and proposal preparation with minimal guidance</li>
<li>Develop expertise and knowledge of a variety of clients and markets</li>
<li>Produce and deliver high-quality engagement outcomes and deliverables for our clients, as well as building and maintaining relationships with clients, to develop a strong professional network over time</li>
<li>Identify risks and opportunities for improvement and make strategic and tactical recommendations to assist our client’s in achieving their short-term and long-term goals</li>
<li>Create a positive learning culture. Coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, and mentoring</li>
<li>Contribute to practice and risk management, including thought leadership and business development activities</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Education requirements: </b></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance</li>
<li>Professional accounting and/or finance qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA, CFA)</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Work experience requirements</b>:</p><br>
<ul>
<li>A minimum of 5 years of financial accounting experience in a relevant organization (preferably in big four accounting firms - audit and/or accounting advisory teams)</li>
<li>Experience in MENA market highly recommended</li>
<li>Demonstrate expertise of industry (Energy, Healthcare, Financial Services, and/or Public sector) leading practices</li>
<li>Strong awareness of non-technical accounting matters (corporate finance, ESG, deals, tax, legal, etc.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Technical skills requirements:</b></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Extensive technical accounting experience in IFRS and IPSAS</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills (an eye for detail and awareness of broader business issues)</li>
<li>Deep understanding of finance business processes and finance controls</li>
<li>Advance knowledge of Microsoft products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li>
<li>Experience with Oracle, SAP, Power BI, Visio, Blueworks, Aries will be preferred</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Interpersonal skills:</b></p><br>
<ul>
<li>Ability to articulate views and ideas clearly, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively, and collaboratively as part of a project team</li>
<li>Strong leadership and team-building skills</li>
<li>Sound decision making, analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail</li>
<li>Good presentation skills encompassing the ability to convey complex concepts accurately and succinctly</li>
<li>Use diverse sets of inputs to develop a broad perspective on business and people issues</li>
</ul>
<p>For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.</p><br>
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