Finance and Accounting Assistant Manager

KPMG Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG Middle East in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Financial Crime Compliance professional to lead managed services engagements, focusing on AML, KYC/CDD/EDD, and regulatory compliance. You will guide due diligence, monitor UAE and international developments, and help scale client programs.

The role emphasizes integrity, risk management, training, and stakeholder collaboration across functions. A Bachelor's in a relevant field is required; professional certifications (ACAMS/CFE) are preferred;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is mandatory.
• ACAMS, CFE or similar certifications are preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in Financial Crime Compliance, AML and KYC.

Responsibilities

• Perform KYC, CDD, EDD reviews and AML/Sanctions screening for customers, employees and third parties.
• Assess compliance with UAE and international AML regulations and internal policies.
• Monitor regulatory developments locally and internationally and assess impact on clients.
• Support and manage compliance projects within managed services engagements.
• Prepare compliance reports, dashboards and updates for senior management.
• Deliver training to team members on regulatory requirements.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance coverage.
• Identify process improvements to enhance controls and efficiency.
• Support leadership in aligning compliance initiatives with business objectives.

Skills

AML knowledge

KYC/CDD/EDD

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Business/Finance/Law

ACAMS/CFE (preferred)

MBA/Compliance MSc (advantage)

Tools

MS Office

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Support compliance-related managed services engagements by providing expertise in Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), KYC/CDD/EDD, and Regulatory Compliance. Responsible for managing compliance projects, conducting due diligence reviews, monitoring regulatory developments (UAE and international), and ensuring clients’ operations align with applicable laws and regulations. Contribute to fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability while supporting leadership in scaling managed services operations.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform KYC, CDD, EDD reviews and conduct AML, Sanctions, PEP and Adverse Media screening for customers, employees, and third parties.
• Assess compliance with UAE and international AML and regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory developments locally and internationally; analyze impact on clients and recommend necessary compliance adjustments.
• Support and manage compliance-related projects within managed services engagements.
• Prepare compliance reports, dashboards, presentations, and updates for internal and client senior management.
• (Desired not mandatory) Assist in development, review and enhancement of compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Deliver training sessions to team members and new joiners to enhance awareness of compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure comprehensive compliance management.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, internal controls, and overall compliance framework effectiveness.
• Support leadership in aligning compliance initiatives with strategic business objectives.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, COMPETENICES & SKILLS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Accounting and Finance or Law (mandatory)
• ACAMS, CFE or other relevant compliance certifications (preferred)
• MBA or Master’s degree with a focus on Compliance, Business Law or related field (advantageous).

YEARS OF EXPEREINCE

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Financial Crime Compliance, AML, KYC, CDD, EDD, and Regulatory Compliance.
• Experience within Big 4 or leading consulting firms preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong knowledge of AML, KYC, CDD, EDD frameworks and FCC risk management.
• Understanding of UAE and international regulatory requirements.
• Regulatory monitoring and impact assessment capability.
• Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Sound judgment and decision-making, especially under pressure.
• Strategic thinking and ability to align compliance initiatives with business objectives.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills for senior management and client-facing engagements.
• Ability to explain complex regulatory concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Advanced MS Office skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) – capable of independently preparing proposals and senior management presentations.
• High attention to detail and professional integrity.