Audit Manager

KPMG LLP provides audit, tax and advisory services to a broad range of clients. KPMG's commitment to its clients is demonstrated in our client service delivery approach with cross-functional teams that extend across industry segments. We are currently seeking an Audit Manager / Senior Manager to join us in our San Diego office. KPMG's Audit practice uses a methodology that transforms the audit process from a traditional compliance-driven function to a risk-based approach by creating a framework for auditors to assess how a client's business risks affect financial statements. This approach offers a more comprehensive view of how a client's unique risk environment affects its financial reporting. Responsibilities for both positions: *Manage and supervise the execution of external audit engagements of various clients, including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) registrants *Review SEC filings *Research technical accounting issues *Manage client accounts including billing, fee analysis and new service development *Assist with the career development of team members *Identify performance improvement opportunities for assigned clients *Work with other Managers to help ensure the proper deployment of the audit staff *Understand and utilize KPMG's Audit Methodology Additional Responsibilities for Senior Manager: *Aid in the identification of business development *Help expand the client base by identifying and growing current client portfolios Qualifications for both positions: *Five years of current and/or recent financial statement audit experience within a public accounting firm *BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university *Licensed CPA *Demonstrated supervisory experience *Applied working knowledge of US GAAP, US GAAS and PCAOB Auditing Standards *Able to meet challenging client requirements and provide exceptional service *Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and research skills *Willing and able to travel Additional Qualifications for Senior Manager: *Seven years of current and/or recent financial statement audit experience within a public accounting firm *Advance working knowledge of technical literature and ability to apply KPMG offers and supports flexible work arrangements as well as part-time schedules. We also offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested? We strongly encourage you to apply online at www.kpmgcareers.com and search for requisition 19144 or click the job link below. KPMG. A great place to build your career. No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. KPMG maintains a drug-free workplace. © 2008 KPMG LLP, a U.S. limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved. If you are interested in this, and other opportunities within KPMG, please attend The KPMG World Jobs Fair at http://events.unisfair.com/index.jsp?eid=298&seid=29&code=kpmgjobl . It starts at 9am GMT on Wednesday, September 24and closes at 9am GMT on Friday, September 26. Find out what time this is in your part of the world by clicking going to http://www.timeanddate.com/ © 2005 KPMG LLP, the U.S. member firm of KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved. JOB INFORMATION Job Title: Audit Manager Company: KPMG Location: San Diego Job Category: Accounting/Finance/Insurance Reference Code: 19144