Associate/Senior Associate, AML, Forensic, Risk Consulting

KPMG China; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 400,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG China is hiring an experienced professional for a compliance role focusing on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and related services. Responsibilities include execution of compliance engagements, supporting AML reviews, and developing policies. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of relevant experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ideally speaks Cantonese/Mandarin. Join a diverse team committed to high-quality service and professional development in Hong Kong.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 to 4 years relevant experience in compliance or advisory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
• Proficiency in English; Cantonese/Mandarin preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality execution of compliance engagements.
• Support AML compliance reviews and KYC remediation.
• Develop and improve AML policies and procedures.
• Identify control improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to team deliverables and maintain client interactions.

Skills

Cyber Response

Anti-Money Laundering

Fraud Risk Analytics

Fraud Prevention

Forensic Accounting

Deep Fake Analytics

Education

Relevant professional designations in accounting or compliance (AML)

Graduate degrees

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Word

Job description

KPMG China provides multidisciplinary services from audit and tax to advisory, with a strong focus on serving our clients’ needs and their industries. Not only do we have an overriding commitment to provide the highest quality services for our clients, but we also strive to become a responsible corporate citizen that has a positive impact on our environment and community. At KPMG, you’ll translate insights into action and reveal opportunities for all—our teams, our clients and our world.

Service Line Overview

KPMG China has experienced forensic resources based in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. We provide clients with commercial and financial expertise in the areas of Anti-money Laundering/ Counter Terrorist Financing and Sanctions Compliance Services, Fraud Risk Management, Forensic Technology, Investigations, Cyber Response and Forensic Accounting services. We worked with industry professionals in Asia Pacific, and worldwide through the KPMG International Forensic network of over 3,600 professionals to conduct successful enquiries and analyze financial information across numerous jurisdictions.

We are looking for a candidate with the aspiration to develop at least two skills. Your existing primary skills should consist of the following:

• Cyber Response
• Anti-Money Laundering
• Fraud Risk Analytics
• Fraud Prevention
• Forensic Accounting
• Deep Fake Analytics

We will invest in developing your consulting skills/ knowledge as well as your secondary forensic skill in one of the above.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with teams to provide high-quality, professional day-to-day execution of compliance or internal control engagements and projects in line with the firm's risk management practices for clients across a wide range of industries
• Support AML compliance reviews, health checks and KYC remediation engagements
• Assist the team in overall AML and Sanctions related - gap assessments, compliance monitoring and assist in preparing training materials
• Develop and improve AML policies and procedures
• Support engagement planning, scheduling, coordination and administration of engagements
• Identify control / performance improvement opportunities for clients and communicate findings to the person in charge of the project
• Take responsibility for contributing deliverables as part of a team in engagements
• Produce quality working papers and assist in drafting reports and proposals
• Gain experience in the area of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions investigations
• Assist in marketing activity and in developing the Forensic practice
• Organise, coordinate and perform routine assignments with minimal supervision
• Perform tasks for the team such as basic project management, research, creating spreadsheets
• Maintain professional and positive client interactions
• Contribute to personal and overall team development, through staying up-to-date with AML related news and regulatory developments

Experience & Background

• Minimum of 2 to 4 years relevant experience. We are open to candidates from similar function at advisory firm or AML function at a financial institution.
• Relevant professional designations in accounting or compliance (AML) or graduate degrees viewed favourably
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Word
• Proficiency in English. Written and spoken Cantonese/ Mandarin is preferred (but not a requirement)

Keys to Your Success

• Demonstrated experience working with senior management/managing multiple stakeholders
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, and comfortable working with incomplete information and ability to make intelligent assumptions to produce high level estimates
• Organizational and prioritization skills; ability to work independently, and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment often with multiple or competing deadlines
• Willingness to challenge, question and investigate facts, which is a key part of the due diligence process
• A motivated self-starter with a high level of attention to detail

At KPMG China, we are committed to being an equal opportunity employer, with zero tolerance for any form of discrimination against any persons. It is important for us to create an inclusive, diverse and agile workplace for our people to develop and thrive at both a personal and professional level.