Description

Function and Business Unit:

KPMG is a global network of firms with three main disciplines, namely Audit, Tax and Advisory. As the company pursues its vision of being the clear choice, its Technology Risk division, within Advisory assists clients by supporting them in achieving their various business objectives and helping them navigate the technological challenges they face. Although every client’s engagement is different, the company generally tends to assist clients by:

Making use of data and analytics to improve our understanding of our client’s environment and providing better insights to them.
Radically enhancing our external audit approaches by relying on IT through the innovative use of emerging technology.
Providing assurance through IT risks and controls assessments
Designing and implementing system-based internal controls
Responding to cyber-attacks and enabling business resilience
Assisting clients respond to the risks associated with emerging technologies such as Cloud, RPA, AI and Blockchain

Description of the role and purpose of the job: KPMG South Africa Technology Risk Graduate Programme

Are you a focused, ambitious, and creative individual with a passion for technology? Do you enjoy a vibrant and challenging environment? KPMG’s Technology Risk Graduate Programme is the place for you! It will introduce you to the ‘working world’ where you will interact with top level executives in the IT and finance industry; gain an understanding of what we do and the value KPMG adds; on the job learning and coaching by a diverse team and develop new skill sets which will make you even more relevant for this age of the 4th industrial revolution.

Skills and attributes required for the role:

Keen interest in Technology Risk
A high performing team player who can work independently and contribute to a positive and cohesive team environment
Ability to be agile and adapt to changing environments, identify problems trace to root cause and recommend solutions