KPMG’s UK Deal Advisory team is recruiting ambitious, innovative and high performing individuals at all levels to accelerate the growth of its recently launched  Turnaround Team

KPMG’s Turnaround Team offers an exciting opportunity to work within dynamic, flexible, fast-moving environments and is the first line of response to opportunities arising from operational underperformance and/or financial pressure.

We have recently invested significantly in this team including several experienced partners/directors and are actively recruiting a staff compliment to help  accelerate this exciting growth initiative .  We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in which all colleagues thrive and reach their full potential, whatever their identity or background. This is fundamental to our success as a business. Turnaround Team are intentionally building a diverse high-performance team, seeking applicants that bring a range of experience gained across multiple industry sectors and business functions.

Turnaround Team operates nationally and is deeply embedded within the rapidly growing Deal Advisory business  as part of the highly successful Corporate Finance team. Our multi-capability group delivers a broad spectrum of corporate advisory work, serving regional and large corporate clients across the UK.  This powerful combination enables us to deliver a bespoke, solutions-led approach to help companies preserve value and navigate back to a path of sustainable growth. 

Are you a visionary leader who thrives on solving complex problems and steering digital innovation in the Audit & Assurance domain? Our Digital Audit & Analytics team is seeking a Senior Manager with a unique blend of accounting & data analytics, with a profound understanding of the potential unlocked through advanced data techniques. This role is pivotal in identifying and capitalising on opportunities to enhance the efficiency, quality and insight of our Audit & Assurance portfolio.
 
This position is suited for individuals with exceptional data literacy skills, and a data analytics background. As a Senior Manager, you will spearhead data analytics on Audit & Assurance engagements, navigating through the complexities of key finance and operational systems.
 
Joining KPMG’s Clara Analytics and Technology team, you will not only lead but also champion data analytics initiatives, providing strategic direction to engagement teams across all industries.
 

• Extensive experience in prominent languages such as Python, Scala, Spark, SQL.
• Experience working with any database technologies from an application programming perspective - Oracle, MySQL, Mongo DB etc.
• Experience with the design, build and maintenance of data pipelines and infrastructure
• Robust understanding of design practices and system architecture and with a focus on data security
• Extensive experience of defining code review standards to drive quality
• Excellent problem solving skills with experience of troubleshooting and resolving data-related issues
• Experience working with cloud platforms and in particular architecting with native cloud resources relevant to data problems
• Extensive experience driving and leading Agile methodologies (Scrum, pair-programming etc)
• Have the ability to work in a cross functional team of Business Analysts and demonstrating an excellent understanding of business requirements.
• Strong communication skills along with ability to lead a team towards a great product/service and articulate technical strategies to non-technical audiences including clients at all levels including C-suite

Equity Reward Assistant Manager

At KPMG, our values define who we are and the way we do business. As a leading professional services firm, we know that our strength and capability come from our people – their different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. From our inclusive leadership strategy to our diversity and inclusion targets – we’re making bold changes to who we are and what we do. Be part of it.

We are looking for talented and driven Equity Reward specialists to work in our team and who are excited by the opportunity to be a key part of an exciting growth journey.   Clients will range from working with a diverse range of privately owned business (ranging from owner-managed to private equity), as well as listed businesses.  The successful applicant will want to be involved in business development activities, including client proposals, internal and external presentations and writing material on technical and other matters. Personality fit is all – we want people who will enjoy and are not afraid by the journey. In turn, we can offer unparalleled opportunity to learn and grow.

MS Dynamics Solution Architect     
 

Role Purpose
KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions is building a world class Microsoft Dynamics Practice:  The team is focusing on advisory and implementation services that relate to the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM & ERP). This will include leading the implementation of these systems and engagements relating to Independent Programme Assurance where third parties are delivering such programmes. 

The Solution Architect role is required to lead the technical delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365/CRM centred solutions on large complex programmes or a portfolio, drive deep technical expertise within DevOps and functional leadership within the practice to deliver quality, client-centric solutions. Provides deep industry expertise to build and cultivate strong business relationships at a senior level. The role will champion innovation both within the firm and with clients, sharing Thought Leadership within the practice across the relevant Industry specialism. Collaborating with the Global team to enhance the out of the box Dynamics functionality, giving KPMG a unique selling point and also a resalable asset. Takes a leading role in identifying development needs of team members and provides coaching, mentoring or stretch assignments to support individuals achieve their full potential as well as promoting collaboration across team.
    
Role Responsibilities    

• Leads customer delivery of our Microsoft Dynamics 365/CRM centred solutions on large, complex programmes or portfolios, through the management of a team of professionals and possibly with the contribution of cross-functional/team specialists
• Effectively manages commercial and contractual aspects of an engagement to achieve expected levels of quality and profitability
• Executes projects to a level that meet member firm’s quality standards within a commercial context.
• Manages scope and delivers timely and quality deliverables
• Provides inputs/takes a lead in the creation of innovative and repeatable solutions that strengthen business performance and differentiate KPMG from our competition.
• Responsible for ensuring our pre-sales engagements are delivered with the same rigour and attention to detail as our client engagements.  
• Identify business/project risk and mitigates as necessary, does not undertake work that does not fit with firm capabilities or Risk Management criteria
• Deliver all consultancy according to the MBS and/or KPMG Methodology, ensuring that all software applications are implemented successfully according to the project plan
• Holds review on completion of projects to identify lessons learned and enhance future quality and commercial planning
• Works on CPD to maintain Microsoft accreditation status and keeping up to date with technical developments. 
• Role models Firm values and behaviours, actively promoting and supporting inclusive collaboration within the Practice
• Demonstrates the ability to drive change through motivating and influencing team members.
• Knowledge & Skills (including Qualifications)
• Deep technical expertise in DevOps and broad working knowledge of technical and functional capabilities of Dynamics CRM including appropriate certification is essential (CRM Online 2013, 2015, 2016 or 365).
• Strong technical architecture experience is essential especially around integrating Microsoft Dynamics CRM with other solutions such as other Microsoft products and third party or legacy systems.
• Extensive experience of leading the end to end delivery of multiple complex CRM solutions including systems integration and using the Microsoft technology stack.
• Proven experience in CRM Configuration, Customisation, standard workflows, dashboards, forms, views and standard