When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Financial Reporting Solutions Senior Consultant?

Location: Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model

Grade: Senior Consultant

Contract type: Permanent

A snapshot of your peer group:

Our Financial Reporting Solutions Manager ideally have:

• Qualified accountant (Chartered Accountant or equivalent)
• 3-5 years of relevant experience either within a top audit firm or within funds, asset management firm in a Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting or Audit capacity.
• Accounting experience within the Investment Industry is a distinct advantage, financial reporting background an advantage.
• Strong IT skills including proficiency at MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Take ownership of designated tasks
• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Ability to be flexible and work effectively both as part of a team and independently
• Demonstrates initiative in undertaking all processes, which may have an impact on efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Excellent team player with a flexible attitude and a proactive approach to their work.
• Well organised with excellent time management skills.
• A positive, hardworking, can-do attitude with a willingness to always go the extra mile.
• Excellent initiative, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail along with good knowledge of relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements pertaining to the funds industry
• Detailed knowledge of US GAAP and/or IFRS
• In-depth knowledge developed across audit and financial statement review, obtained from either audit engagements in an audit firm or within another financial institution

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Deliver an improved experience for clients with high quality, timely financial statement deliverables. 
• Focus on continuous improvement and collaborate with other team members to implement technology to scale financial reporting models for our clients.
• Lead a professional client-centric team who will prioritise client needs, provide regular communication to ensure satisfactory outcomes.
• Apply financial reporting technology on production and review tools compress cycle times without compromising quality. 
• Ensure a compliance lens is applied to reduce operational risk by ensuring that the underlying deliverables meet GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate a seamless global financial reporting delivery model on global clients where other KPMG jurisdictions are involved.
• Responsible for overall day-to-day execution of the project as per the agreed scope and timelines. This will include the production and review of financial statements in accordance with: 
• The regulations of the fund domicile
• The relevant GAAP of the Fund, primarily US GAAP, IFRS or Luxembourg GAAP
• The constituting documents of the fund (prospectus / offering memorandum)
• Investment manager and/or auditor instructions
• Coordination of the year-end financial statement process and ensuring all investment manager and auditor queries on the financial statements are resolved in a timely manner
• Preparation of board reports and presentation of such at Board Meetings.

Your Team:

KPMG are looking for a dynamic qualified accountant to join our flourishing industry-leading Financial Reporting Solutions Team. 

You will primarily be responsible for delivering reporting solutions to the world’s largest and most successful asset managers and fund administrators. Your focus will be on continuous improvement and collaborating with other team members to design and implement technology to scale these financial reporting models for our clients. A more detailed list of responsibilities can be found below. 

You will be joining a group of enthusiastic individuals who work together well as a team and truly embody the KPMG values. KPMG will give you the flexibility to thrive professionally and pursue other passions with team members also driving sustainability within the funds industry.  

Following induction, team members will continue their training journey as they complete technical training, along with a variety of talent development sessions and digital learning solutions courses to enable their development of skills required to kick-start their careers.

At KPMG we are committed to our community and our people’s well-being is important, therefore you will also have the opportunity to take part in various corporate social responsibility and well-being initiatives.

Here’s how KPMG can benefit more than just your career:

Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html 

Ready to Join Us?

If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed. Necessary arrangements can be made at interview stage to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Michelle Breen.

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Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position. 

By clicking apply to this role your application will not only be considered for this position, but your details will be stored on our database and may be considered for similar future positions that may arise. This means that the personal data contained in your application and provided to KPMG as part of the application process may be retained by us for up to 18 months from the date of your application and you hereby agree to that. If you do not wish your details to be stored on our recruitment database, please email careers@kpmg.ie stating this and we will ensure that such information is not stored other than for the purposes of this application.