Manager/Assistant Manager - Forensic

KPMG is one of the most trusted and respected global professional services firms. We help our clients solve complex challenges, steer change, strengthen, transition and grow through our depth of expertise, clarity of insight and strength of purpose. Our purpose is to fuel New Zealand’s prosperity and we’re looking for talented people who want to inspire confidence and empower change for our clients, our people and our communities. KPMG's Consulting teams partner with leading domestic and international organisations to deliver tangible benefits that fuel New Zealand’s prosperity. Our Forensic team assists clients to prevent, detect and respond to fraud, bribery, corruption, money laundering, misconduct and other financial crime issues as well as resolving commercial disputes.

The opportunity:

• Our Forensic team is looking for an Assistant Manager or Manager to join them
• This role has a blend of accounting and investigative skills where you'll be asked to advise on complex, time sensitive matters
• You'll be exposed to a variety of engagements and get the chance to collaborate with different teams and sectors across our Advisory division and the broader firm

Day to day you will:

• Investigate financial discrepancies and inaccuracies such as fraudulent activity, financial misrepresentation or misconduct and disputes
• Quantify loss of profit and business valuations in a wide range of circumstances including shareholder disputes and relationship property matters
• Prepare high quality reports and documents used by management, boards, legal advisors and sometimes in legal proceedings
• Interpret and analyse company accounts and financial information
• Identify and proactively respond to new business opportunities including cross-functional opportunities to provide added value to clients
• Coach and mentor junior team members

What you'll bring to our team:

• Be a member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or relevant overseas professional body
• Experience in a Consulting/Professional Services environment is preferred
• Analytical mindset, attention to detail and an ability to challenge data and information provided
• Proven ability to work through ambiguity and changing priorities and demands
• Strong relationship building skills with clients and with members of the project team 
• An ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, client-facing team
• Prior experience in investigations and/or a corporate finance role is desirable but not essential

Life at KPMG We offer rewarding careers to talented individuals and a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstance. As a KPMG employee, we will offer you:—   An array of health and wellness benefits such as free flu jabs, subsidised sporting events, access to EAP, additional leave to support you if you are diagnosed with COVID-19, access to e-bikes and other facilities. You will also have access to our Wellbeing@KPMG portal which has an extensive array of health and wellness advice.   —   Hybrid Working – a mix of working in the office and at home to enhance your work/life balance as well as access to technology to get your 'home hub' set up.—   Work from Overseas policy – extend time connecting with friends and family outside New Zealand—   Flexible leave options, including the ability to purchase additional annual leave.—   Access to ‘Whanau@KPMG’ – 18 weeks’ paid flexible leave for all new parents - primary and secondary carers—   Unlimited access to digital accreditations through our partnership with Microsoft, LinkedIn Learning, with bespoke learning pathways for all employees.—   Corporate discounts on a range of lifestyle goods and services.—   Opportunity to join any of our Inclusion, Diversity and Equity networks as a participant and ally.—   Opportunity to join our Social club and enjoy activities such as cooking classes, painting, quiz nights and more.—   Time off for volunteering. —   Eligibility to our annual discretionary bonus scheme. —   Opportunities for local and international secondments.  We believe that diversity of background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, clients and communities. Our goal is to be recognised as an employer of choice for all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, generation, flexible work status, family circumstances, sexual orientation or disability. Further info can be found on our website We are a 2022 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.