Job Specification TemplateThis template should be completed by the Business Unit to commence the advertising of the role/position. It is recommended that the criteria in terms of skills, attributes, and minimum requirements for the role are clearly articulated to attract the right pool of candidates.Job Title / Position: DPP Accounting Senior ManagerNumber of Positions: Two (2)Function and Business Unit: Audit - DPP National: AccountingOffice: Johannesburg or Cape TownDescription of the Role and Purpose of the Job:Senior manager in DPP Accounting, responsible for mandatory and non-mandatory consultations, financial statement reviews, and informal queries in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), IFRS for SME, and US GAAP (as applicable). To be part of the dynamic team that supports the audit function and other functions on IFRS and other financial reporting matters. Perform senior reviews of consultations, informal queries, pre-issuance reviews, and lead specific projects within DPP Accounting. Provide coaching and training of managers in DPP Accounting.Responsible for developing and presenting IFRS training for KPMG audit staff and audit clients on an annual basis.This position can be filled through a permanent internal transfer from Audit (or another function to the extent that the applicant has the required skills), a long-term secondment from audit or another function (i.e., 18 - 24 months - out of the box experience), or an external appointment.Key Responsibilities:Maintain detailed knowledge of IFRS with a higher degree of specialization in topics/markets.Maintain working knowledge of IFRS for SME and US GAAP.Research and answer accounting queries for KPMG staff and clients in accordance with IFRS, IFRS for SME, and US GAAP.Take a leading role on specific projects within DPP Accounting with overall responsibility for project management and implementation.Proactively assist in identifying strategic opportunities and driving the business unit strategy by managing projects and other initiatives.Perform pre-issuance reviews of financial statements, including for listed companies and other clients.Stay up to date with developments in IFRS through internal research and involvement in local, regional, and/or global topic teams.Write and review technical guidance documents and other articles for KPMG partners and staff on accounting application issues, including contentious or complex issues.Write and review technical accounting opinions for clients, including performing all related research required.Initiate and lead client meetings (even where not required for a specific query) at appropriate levels within the client and ensure that the appropriate DPP partner/Associate Director is involved where necessary/relevant.Primarily responsible for coaching and providing input to staff during the consultation process and review of consultations/opinions.Present technical meeting topics, staff training updates, technical updates, client training, and training within South Africa and the rest of Africa (virtual and potentially face to face).Actively support and drive DPP's activities supporting retention by:Responsibility for departmental teams and monitoring productivity of such teams, including ensuring a fair allocation of work and that team members achieve appropriate chargeability targets.Coaching and empowering staff to enable them to work autonomously.Being a counselling manager to managers, supervisors, and secondees.Take responsibility for coaching and training of junior managers and other colleagues in DPP Accounting.Skills and Attributes Required for the Role:Attention to detailGood business writing skillsAbility and keen interest to do research, work independently and as part of a team, whilst producing and delivering good quality resultsWorking knowledge of IFRS and related financial reporting requirementsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsAmbition to contribute to building a successful departmentAbility to think strategically and apply commercial acumen to the direction and development of the departmentProactive and being a "self-starter"Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlinesGood organizational, time and project management skillsAble to deal with various tasks at once and meet deadlinesStrong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skillsAble to deal effectively with individuals at all levels within KPMG and external to KPMGAbility to build and sustain relationships with people at all levelsPeople and team management skillsProfessional work ethicGood computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Minimum Requirements to Apply for the Role (Including Qualifications and Experience):Qualified CA (SA)Good working knowledge of IFRSPost-article experience: at least five (5) years.People management experience: at least two (2) years.
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