KPMG US Engagement Quality Control Review (EQCR) team, led by the Department of
Skilled Practice (DPP), supports SEC Reviewing Partners in performing
Quality Control Reviews to drive quality and consistency in the execution of
audits. KPMG US EQCR Team is responsible for enhancing audit quality through
various monitoring activities, including conducting objective evaluations of
work performed by the engagement team for specific audit areas before the report
release date.
Responsibilities:
•Support the procedures associated with reviews of engagement team’s work papers
and documentation for specific audit areas in accordance with PCAOB auditing
standards and related rules and regulations (including PCAOB and SEC
independence standards).
•Conduct inquiries and confirmations with the engagement team to gather
necessary information. Assess engagement team readiness for the review of work,
communicate to EQCR Team, allocate work to appropriate team members.
•Facilitate aggregation of results of the review and present them to EQCR team
members and the engagement team.
•Engage in interactions with the engagement team, EQCR Team members, and other
stakeholders.
•Stay informed about various PCAOB standards and US firm methodology and other
developments relevant to the audit.
•Assist in EQCR Center’s project management activities and review work performed
by other professionals.
Contribute to audit quality improvement initiatives. Be eager to learn and grow
as the EQCR Center evolves.
Mandatory technical & functional skills
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 programs, including Excel, Word, and
PowerPoint. Proficiency in Alteryx and PowerBI is a significant advantage
•Strong project management skills, particularly in managing expectations from
multiple teams and proactively communicating issues, solutions and progress.
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple
engagements and meet deadlines.