Manager, Global Finance (Finance Business Partner)

Overview At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. The Opportunity Global Finance delivers most ongoing finance activities from outsourced providers. The KPMG resources in Global Finance are focused on providing value added activities which can only be delivered from within the firm. Global Finance is responsible for managing all financial budgeting and reporting for KPMG International and its subsidiaries. This includes the following: Levy and collection – issue levy and recharge to member firms, collections and reporting Payable and disbursements – invoice processing, approval and payments for over 50+ significant functions Management and financial reporting – interim and annual audited financial statements; actual versus budget monitoring and reporting; loans and investments summary; capitalization and maintenance of capital asset register Direct and indirect taxes – to ensure complex compliance with several foreign reporting tax jurisdictions; prepare corporate tax filings for filings in various countries Treasury functions – weekly and monthly cash flow projections; manage the initiation and maturity of currency hedges Reporting to the (Senior Manager) Global Finance Business Partner responsible for pool resources, this role will assist in the support of the assigned global teams and budget areas. The candidate will work across functional areas, can work with more than one Finance Business Partner, the Central Finance function, or Head of Controlling as required. In support of the Finance Business Partner the successful candidate will provide analytical support for assigned global budget areas, assisting in the production of monthly reports, the analysis of costs vs budget, recharges, and the monitoring of transactions of the budget. Execute central shared service transactions or analysis as required. Opportunities for direct stakeholder involvement will be available in support of team efforts across the portfolio. What you will do Support budget area(s) developing relationships with key stake holders, assisting in or leading on budgeting, forecasting, operational management of AP/AR, cost centre hierarchy and monthly accruals Operational finance support including reporting and analysis of cost, headcount, time, recharges or other required measures applicable to area; central shared service management Various projects and initiatives support On a day to day basis the successful candidate, in support of the Global Finance Business Partners and the Deputy CFO, will be responsible for the following: Operational Finance Support Preparation of reports and creating or developing new reports for the analysis of costs, recharges and time postings or other measures specific to the budget area; Analysis of financial results, highlighting exceptions and escalating them as appropriate; Analysis and allocation of time and billing information from key vendors to projects; execution of recharges and reallocations as required; invoice management for stakeholders; Supporting the annual budgeting process for areas within the portfolio, assisting with analysis of headcount, costs and time allocations, and other elements for the assigned budget areas; Providing support to the Global Finance Partner on ad hoc projects, controlling and/or analytical tasks; Liaising with internal stakeholders on finance matters; Monitoring and tracking of transactions as required for assigned areas, ensuring completeness and accuracy; What you bring to the role Professional Accounting Designation and a degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or Business Administration. 5 years of accounting experience in a similar role preferably within a Big 4 accounting firm; Systems savvy: SAP S4 HANA, TM1/Cognos, Advance user of Excel, experience managing large volumes of data. The ability to analyse financial data and prepare financial or business reports and projections. Strong Excel skills, with the ability to compile and analyse large volumes of data in an efficient manner. Ability to work with remote, geographically diverse teams on a daily basis. Ability to use own initiative to identify practical solutions to resolve issues that arise. Proven communication and relationship building skills with the ability to present financial and non-financial information in a clear and effective manner. A “self-starter” – ability to work independently on a daily basis with minimum supervision. The role requires the flexibility to work irregular work hours to accommodate multiple time-zones and manage resources in a global virtual environment. Keys to your success KPMG individuals Deliver Impact | Seek Growth | Inspire Trust and understand that a diverse workforce enables us to deepen relationships and strengthen our business. 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