Manager - Internal Audit

About KPMG and the Role

KPMG is a globally respected professional services firm dedicated to helping clients solve complex challenges, adapt to change, and drive growth through expertise and insightful counsel. We seek individuals who resonate with our vision to inspire confidence and empower transformative outcomes for clients, colleagues, and communities.

Our consulting environment is fast-paced and dynamic, presenting opportunities to engage with leading organizations across a variety of sectors. Consultants collaborate closely to provide strategic insights and innovative solutions addressing complex business concerns, fostering continuous learning and professional development.

We emphasize responsible engagement with the cultural heritage and societal values of Aotearoa New Zealand, expecting our people to integrate this understanding into their professional conduct and client advice.

Role Overview

The Manager role in our Risk Consulting team reports to the Partner or delegate, overseeing delivery of top-quality services while primarily managing internal audit engagements. Flexibility to participate in other consulting assignments is also expected. The position mainly serves Christchurch-based clients, with occasional travel across the South Island.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all work components within identified engagements.
• Acquire comprehensive knowledge of client business environments, including challenges, markets, and developments.
• Prepare clear, well-structured reports and documentation to be shared with clients.
• Design thoughtful, practical solutions mindful of client constraints both internally and externally.
• Maintain client-facing relationships and collaborate effectively to deliver services.
• Simultaneously manage multiple tasks, meeting tight deadlines under pressure.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to junior team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 6 years practical consulting or risk-related professional experience, ideally with robust knowledge of governance, risk management, and control frameworks. Experience within a Big 4 firm is a plus but not mandatory.
• Possession of relevant professional certifications.
• Strong strategic thinking abilities.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, adept at problem-solving via questioning, collaboration, and researching technical/contractual material.
• Logical and methodical in planning and executing analyses.
• Meticulous attention to quality and detail with a dedication to delivering superior outcomes.
• Excellent communicator with high-level report writing skills.
• Additional advantageous experience includes independent quality assurance on transformation initiatives, knowledge of complex ERP or financial management systems, or specialized internal audit expertise in other technical/functional areas.

Additional Information

KPMG manages this recruitment internally and prefers direct applications. We are committed to workforce diversity and encourage applications from people of varied backgrounds, including those with disabilities or neurodiversity. Accessibility support is available during recruitment.

We offer numerous benefits including an annual incentive scheme, local/international secondment opportunities, hybrid working arrangements, flexible leave (including purchase options), 18 weeks paid parental leave, professional membership sponsorship, digital skill accreditations, lifestyle discounts, and inclusive affinity networks. Environmental initiatives, social club activities, volunteer time off, and extensive health and wellbeing resources are also provided.

This position is location-based in Christchurch with on-site work expected and occasional regional travel.