Associate 1 - AQPP

Roles & responsibilities
Conduct external audit in accordance with the PCAOB (Public Company Accounting Oversight Board) Auditing Standards.
Execute / Assist team in conducting Process understanding discussions with the Clients as part of assessing risks arising from their use of Technology and identify control gaps within their processes.
Execute / Assist team in evaluating and documenting the design and operating effectiveness of technology controls (GITCs and ITACs) pertaining to Client's / KPMG Internal Controls over Financial Reporting.
Execute / Assist team in performing SOC 1 and SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls), SOC 2+ (HITRUST) SSAE18 assessments in accordance with the attestation standards established by the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants).
Assist team in completing a quality audit and track deliverable status efficiently.
Work on audit service delivery for assigned work requests of Onshore and demonstrate understanding and knowledge of specific audit procedures.
Work on improvement in audit work papers based on feedback received.
Demonstrate professionalism, industry competence and clarity of communication when communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

Assisting Senior team members in executing Audit workpapers in line with the KPMG Audit Methodology and SoQM Audit Methodology
Help identify performance improvement opportunities for assigned clients / engagements.
Communicates effectively with the engagement lead and/or onshore stakeholders on progress through project deliverables.

Mandatory technical & functional skills
Experience in testing automated controls and General IT Controls across different domains: Access to Programs and Data, Program Development & Changes and Computer Operations across various platforms (OS, Network, DB, Application).
Knowledge / Experience of industry standards and frameworks such as COBIT, COSO, HIPAA etc. preferred.

This role is for you if you have the below
Educational qualifications

Education Qualification: BE/B.Tech, B.Com, BCA, B.Sc, MBA, M.Sc, MCA, M.Tech.

Work experience
The candidate must have 0-2 years of relevant experience in a similar role, preferably with a Big 4 firm.