Associate to Deal Advisory - US Capital Markets to KPMG, Stockholm

Did you recently graduate and have at least one year of experience from working with US GAAP auditing and accounting? Is your ambition to take a CPA or CA? By supporting and sponsoring you, KPMG will help you to manage the US accreditation process in Sweden and to be able to work on PCAOB and AICPA engagements. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of an international environment, a highly motivated team and an ability to build a career working with some of the most interested companies in the market!

Capital Markets, part of KPMG Deal Advisory, takes on a wide range of assignments within four service lines: US Capital Markets, IPO readiness (initial public offerings), Transaction Accounting and Regulatory support.
KPMG US Capital Markets is a fast-growing team and we are now looking for Associates eager to develop into qualified accountants working with accounting services (US GAAP and / or IFRS), controls design and implementation and with exposure to companies undertaking capital raising strategies. US Capital Markets projects support Swedish clients aiming for an US listing with their preparations, including audit up-lifts. You will become part of a strong team, working in a flexible work environment where each employee participates in how to run the business.

You will become part of a strong team, working in a flexible work environment where each employee participates in how to run the business.

Your key responsibilities: Execute the day-to-day activities of audit engagements in locations across Sweden, Europe and the US and supporting the execution of a high-quality audit
Maintain and apply a foundational knowledge of industry-specific accounting literature.
Understand and apply KPMG's Audit Methodology while preparing clear, well-structured and effective audit documentation.
Participate in client and engagement team interactions in a professional manner, including properly conveying information gathered from the client to the engagement team.
Identify and communicate potential issues and opportunities for audit efficiencies and process improvement to Senior Associates', Managers and Partners.
KPMGs office is located at Vasagatan and the position reports to Senior Manager US Capital Markets. Since most of the engagements are based outside of Stockholm traveling is required. For example to Finland, Poland, UK, US, various parts of Sweden.
At KPMG, you become part of a corporate culture where the individual is important. KPMG offers great development opportunities in a diverse environment where you will be challenged through exciting and socially important involvement with clients. You are offered a varied and responsible role where the pace is often high, with many opportunities for stimulating social contacts, constant change and knowledge development. KPMG offers a comprehensive internal training and development program with the opportunity to develop within your areas of interest.

Who are we looking for?
To be successful in this position you have: a great interest in accounting and a willingness to develop within the field.
at least one year of experience from working with US GAAP auditing and accounting.
the Intention to complete or completed accountancy qualification (ACCA, US CPA, Swedish Chartered Accountant or equivalent).
a university degree in Finance, Economics. Excellent English is a must have Swedish is a plus.
In this recruitment, your personal qualities will be of great importance. We are looking for a person who has a high energy and who is willing to take on a new challenge in a position where your self-leadership is essential. We are looking for a communicating, diplomatic and pragmatic profile who is able to deal directly with internal and external clients. To be successful in the role, you need to have excellent organizational skills, being a strong decision and initiative taker. Furthermore, you are capable of working under pressure with commitment to deliver under tight deadlines.

Do you want to know more?
In this process KPMG is working with Level Recruitment. To apply, please click the apply button. If you have further questions don´t hesitate to contact recruitment consultant Carolina Eskengren at +46 8- 120 50 427 or Christian Smith at +46 8-120 50 410. Please note that we need your application written in English. We will interview ongoingly so please register your application as soon as possible.