Sr 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 Senior Associate to join us in our Houston office focused on the Real Estate and Construction industry. 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: * Perform construction contract audits and compliance reviews * Evaluate and develop internal controls associated with the financial accounting, management, and reporting of capital projects * Assist in the assessment, review, analysis and summary of construction claims and audits for large-scale capital programs * Assist in the oversight, monitoring, and implementation of project corrective action plans * Assist in the review, analysis, and re-engineering of project policies and procedures * Conduct business process assessments and develop business processes for the successful execution and management * Assist on non-construction related Forensic projects, including fraud investigations and financial audit assist work, as needed * Carry out day-to-day engagement field work, including interviews, data collection, analysis, and work paper documentation Qualifications: * Three years of experience in either Construction or Project Management * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, or Construction Management from an accredited college/university * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access * Strong documentation, records retention, and work paper organizational skills * Strong knowledge of construction accounting and procurement systems such as Timberline or Primavera * Able to produce solid, professional work with attention to detail, accuracy and presentation * Willing and able to travel * Self-starter, able to work independently and take initiative, and demonstrate a willingness to learn with 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 18787 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: Sr Associate, Real Estate & Construction Advisory Company: KPMG LLP Location: Houston Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Business/Strategic Management Reference Code: 18787