- Run financial statement audits by applying KPMG's audit and accounting practices/methodologies
- Run regulatory audit at insurance companies, supervised by FINMA and FOPH, by applying KPMG's regulatory audit methodology
- Work on a range of audit assignments, coordinating and taking responsibility for planning, execution and completion
- Research and resolve technical queries
- Work on ad-hoc regulatory assignments and advisory projects
- Review and supervise work of junior auditors
- Communicate and present reports to management on issues identified during the audit
- Report directly to firm partners, directors and managers, working towards the achievement of individual and firm goals and targets
Senior Consultant – Financial Services – Audit Insurance
Our FS department is providing multidisciplinary services to insurance, assets managers and banks supervised by FINMA or FOPH. You will take part to the audit of annual financial statements as well as the assessment of the compliance with supervisory laws.
Geneva, Lausanne
By arrangement
80 % - 100 %
Your contribution to KPMG
This is what makes you successful
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting and /or Financial Audit
- Qualified Chartered Accountant cursus will be offered (Swiss CPA)
- At least 2 years' experience in Financial Services Audit department within a Big 4 or another major Audit company
- Basic knowledge of Swiss regulatory environment
- Swiss GAAP FER and IFRS knowledge can be a plus
- Fluent in English and French (oral and written is a must), German is a plus
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, strong attention to details
- Dedication to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism
- Proactive, stress-resilient, flexible and willing to travel
Meet the team: Financial Services Audit Insurance
Your benefits
We offer a range of generous benefits designed to help you thrive with us and benefit for life. Discover them below.
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We have over 400 experts working in Switzerland in the Financial Services line of business. Our philosophy is to adopt an interdisciplinary approach across our different departments acting in this line of business.
Specifically, in Western Switzerland, we have around 80 professionals, which are focusing on delivering services to financial institutions. We offer you an attractive business environment and working atmosphere, support your training and continuing education and foster your career and personal development.
With 300 different auditing and advisory service opportunities, our people can choose the career path that suits them best. Through our competencies in business transformation as well as ESG consulting, we support our clients in today's biggest challenges. We are a purpose-led and values driven company where your insight can create opportunities for you and contribute to a better future. Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that'll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. Find opportunity everywhere with KPMG.
