Senior Associate, Real Estate & Construction Advisory

KPMG LLP provides audit, tax and advisory services to a broad range of clients. KPMG's commitment to quality is demonstrated in our disciplined delivery approach and use of cross-functional teams. Advisory Services professionals strive to help clients improve business performance, comply with regulatory requirements, and achieve sustainable value over time. Our approach incorporates the balancing of risk and control considerations with the more traditional performance and cost factors. Advisory professionals are also able to provide clients with relevant industry and functional skills where they need them most. We are currently seeking a Forensic Real Estate and Construction Senior Associate to join us in our New York City office. KPMG ForensicSM professionals assist organizations in their efforts to achieve the highest level of business integrity through the detection, prevention and investigation of fraud and misconduct. Our Forensic professionals strive to not only help our clients discover the facts underlying concerns about fraud and misconduct, but also assist clients in assessing their vulnerabilities to such activities, and in developing controls and programs to address these risks. Responsibilities: * Assist in performing construction contract audits and compliance reviews * Evaluate and develop internal controls associated with the financial accounting, management and reporting of capital projects * Assist with assessments of large-scale capital projects * Assist with evaluations of capital programs * Assist in the review, analysis and summary of construction claims and audits * Assist in the oversight and implementation of project corrective action plans * Assist in the review, analysis and reengineering of project procedures * Conduct business process assessments and develop business processes for the successful execution and management of large capital projects * Occasionally assist on non-construction related Forensic jobs, including fraud investigations and financial audit assist work * Work closely, but independently, under the direction of Managers and Partners * Carry out day-to-day engagement field work, including interviews, data collection, analysis and work paper documentation * Assist with business development activities Qualifications: * Three years of experience in construction or project management * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management from an accredited college/university * Licensed CPA or a Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access * Strong documentation, records retention and work paper organizational skills * Able to produce solid, professional work with good attention to detail, accuracy and presentation * Willing and able to travel * Self-starter, able to work independently, take initiative, demonstrate a willingness to learn and have a positive attitude KPMG offers and supports flexible work arrangements as well as part-time schedules. We also offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested? We strongly encourage you to apply online at www.kpmgcareers.com and search for requisition 18829 or click the job link below. KPMG. A great place to build your career. No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. KPMG maintains a drug-free workplace. Copyright 2008 KPMG LLP, a U.S. limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved. © 2005 KPMG LLP, the U.S. member firm of KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved. JOB INFORMATION Job Title: Senior Associate, Real Estate & Construction Advisory Company: KPMG LLP Location: New York Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Business/Strategic Management Reference Code: 18829