Senior Specialist, POD Lead

<p>KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory. </p><p><br></p><p>KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Specialist, POD Lead to join our&nbsp;<a href="https://advisory.kpmg.us/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Managed Services</a>&nbsp;practice.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise Analyst Point of Delivery (PODs) assigned to engagements and serve as a liaison between the On-Demand Services Delivery Team and the Analyst POD; provide instruction, coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job training to analysts</li><li>Conduct quality assurance of deliverables created by analysts, communicate findings to On-Demand Services Leadership, and assist with updates to the training program</li><li>Perform process-based performance benchmarking with strong analytical skills, strategic focus, and broad-based business judgment, demonstrating initiative and creativity</li><li>Review and evaluate financial risk, reporting, and accounting transactions processes, including controls related to federal entities, and provide guidance on the application of federal standards, policies, regulations, and technical guidance</li><li>Identify and propose corrective actions for reconciliation issues, assist engagements with generating reports, perform reconciliations, respond to auditor inquiries, investigate accounting issues, and contribute to the design and analysis of reports/findings in a clear, logical, and concise manner</li><li>Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>