ID255996 Senior consultant within Internal Audit & Forensic team

Senior Consultant - Internal Audit & Forensic @ KPMG | Strengthen organizations through better risk & controls
Passionate about internal audit, risk management and controls, and ready to own client workstreams end-to-end? 
We are looking for a Senior Consultant - Internal Audit & Forensic to join our Advisory practice in Bucharest. You will focus primarily on Internal Audit and Internal Controls engagements and, depending on business needs and your experience and interests, you may also contribute to Forensic projects. 

The Blueprint of your Role 

• GCA Family & Sub-family: Consulting - Core Consulting  

• Career Level: Level 5 - Senior Team Member 1 

Why join us-

• Clarity (GCA): You have a well-defined career path. You'll know exactly where you stand and what steps you need to take to grow within the team. 

• Fair Evaluation (Korn Ferry): We don't rely on subjective opinions. We use a global methodology that helps you understand your potential and develop accordingly. 

• Smart Working: We try to automate repetitive processes as much as possible using data analytics tools, so we can focus on the things that actually matter. 

What will you actually do? 

You will play an active role in the coordination and delivery of client engagements, working closely with the Engagement Manager. You will take ownership of assigned workstreams or engagements and deliver them independently, with appropriate oversight from the Manager. You will interact directly with clients (interviews, walkthroughs, workshops, project discussions), prepare and deliver presentations and coordinate junior team members. 

You will typically work on internal audit engagements, the set-up, review and enhancement of internal audit functions, SOX 404 assistance and other advisory engagements related to business processes, risk management and internal controls. Depending on business needs and your experience, you may also contribute to Forensic engagements. 

Core responsibilities - Internal Audit & Internal Controls

• Perform internal audit engagements: understand and document business processes, identify key risks and controls, conduct walkthroughs and test the design and operating effectiveness of controls. 

• Assess internal control and risk management frameworks: identify control gaps and develop practical, actionable recommendations for improvement. 

• Support the establishment, review and enhancement of Internal Audit functions, including development of internal audit methodologies, risk assessments and internal audit plans. 

• Perform reviews focused on business processes, governance, compliance, risk management and internal controls. 

• Support SOX 404 and other internal control compliance engagements, including process documentation, risk and control matrices and control testing. 

• Gather, review and analyze financial and operational data and supporting documentation to substantiate findings and conclusions. 

• Prepare clear, well-structured working papers documenting procedures performed, evidence reviewed and conclusions reached. 

• Prepare concise, cohesive reports and presentations, translating detailed findings into practical observations and recommendations for management. 

• Interact directly with client teams through interviews, walkthroughs, workshops and discussions of findings, building strong professional relationships. 

• Coordinate and review the work of less experienced team members and provide day-to-day coaching and guidance. 

• Contribute to proposals and other business development initiatives. 

Additional responsibilities - Forensic (depending on business needs and experience)

• Perform fraud risk assessments and reviews of potentially unusual or irregular transactions. 

• Support investigations into alleged misconduct, fraud, conflicts of interest or other potential breaches of policies and regulations. 

• Review and analyze accounting records, transactions and large datasets to identify patterns, anomalies and potential red flags. 

• Contribute to compliance, dispute, investigation and business intelligence assignments. 

Who are you? 

You are a Senior Consultant with a strong foundation in audit, risk and controls, who enjoys understanding how organizations work, challenging information constructively and translating complex findings into clear, practical recommendations for clients. 

Mindset & behaviors

• Analytical & structured: you can understand complex processes, break them down into clear steps and design logical, risk-based testing approaches. 

• Skeptical & detail-oriented: you pay close attention to detail while maintaining the ability to see the broader business context and risk picture. 

• Client-focused: you communicate clearly, build trust with stakeholders and translate technical or detailed findings into business-relevant messages. 

• Proactive & accountable: you take ownership of your workstreams, manage deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs with limited supervision. 

• Collaborative team player: you work effectively with managers and junior team members, sharing knowledge and providing guidance where needed. 

• Curious & resilient: you ask probing questions, challenge assumptions constructively and remain focused when working with large volumes of data or documentation. 

• Adaptable & mobile: you are willing to travel for business when required. 

Experience & background

• University degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related field. 

• Approximately 3-4 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in External / Financial Audit, Internal Audit or Internal Controls testing. 

• Strong understanding of accounting, financial reporting and business processes. 

• Hands-on experience in: 

• Understanding and analyzing business processes, financial information, risks and controls. 

• Documenting audit procedures, supporting evidence and findings. 

• Experience taking ownership of project workstreams and coordinating or reviewing the work of junior team members. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex processes, constructively challenge information and identify connections, trends and potential control weaknesses. 

• Strong attention to detail, combined with the ability to understand the broader business context and implications of findings. 

Tools & methods

• Very good working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint. 

• Experience in analyzing financial or operational datasets using advanced Excel functionalities. 

• Experience with data analytics or visualization tools (e.g. data analytics platforms, BI / dashboarding tools) is an advantage. 

Communication & language

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with client stakeholders. 

• Professional working proficiency in English, both written and spoken. 

Nice to have

• Exposure to SOX 404 or similar internal control frameworks. 

• Experience in Forensic, investigations or fraud risk assessments. 

• Experience with data analytics or visualization tools. 

Benefits at a glance:

• Real Development: Access to a wide range of technical and soft skills trainings, plus the opportunity to gain additional professional qualifications. 

• Career Growth: Clear advancement opportunities within the Advisory practice, with exposure to diverse projects and industries. 

• Flexible Working: A flexible workplace and work environment that supports smart working and work-life balance. 

• Culture & Wellbeing: An internal culture that encourages you to follow your passions, various internal activities and events, plus benefits to support your health and wellbeing.