Consulting, Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) | Graduate Associate 2027

ACCA Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG in Singapore, within Accounting Advisory (AAS), seeks a Graduate Associate to assist in delivering accounting advisory projects and navigate technical accounting and regulatory requirements.

The role offers exposure to IFRS/US GAAP research, governance frameworks, and data-driven decision support, with a focus on practical finance solutions and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are essential.
• Interest in accounting advisory and financial reporting is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering accounting advisory projects for clients.
• Conduct research on accounting standards (IFRS, US GAAP) and apply insights.
• Support implementation of financial reporting systems and governance frameworks.
• Perform data analysis and visualization to aid client decisions.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with team to provide practical finance solutions.
• Participate in internal and external training to enhance knowledge.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Learning agility

Interest in accounting advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Financial analysis tools

Job description

Job Description

As part of KPMG in Singapore's Accounting Advisory (AAS), you will work with KPMG's top tier clients in both the private and public sector. As our client's trusted advisors, we will work with our clients to support C-suites on wide ranging of finance and accounting matters, including deliver practical advice and recommendations to complex accounting, financial and regulatory challenges to review and enhancing finance capabilities in reporting.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to kickstart their careers in accounting advisory, providing exposure to a broad range of finance transformation projects and technical accounting matters.

What will you do as a Graduate Associate in AAS?

• Assist in delivering accounting advisory projects, supporting clients in navigating technical accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct research on accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, US GAAP) and provide insights into their application.
• Support in the implementation of financial reporting systems, policies, and governance frameworks.
• Perform data analysis to help clients make informed financial decisions using visualization tools.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and client deliverables.
• Work as part of a team to provide practical solutions to finance-related challenges.
• Participate in internal and external training programs to enhance technical knowledge.

What We Are Looking For

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Keen interest in accounting advisory and financial reporting.
• Enthusiasm to learn and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools is a plus.
• Relevant Data analytics skills will be advantageous (not a must-have)

This Graduate Associate role is open to candidates whose graduation date is expected to be between January 2026 and September 2027.

At KPMG in Singapore we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients and communities. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, gender identity or expression, colour, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. We celebrate the different talents that our people bring and support every staff member in their journey to achieve personal and professional growth. One of the ways we do this is through Take Charge: Flexi-work, our flexible working framework which enables agile and innovative teams to help deliver our business goals.