Advisory Associate Federal Risk Management Controls SummerFall 2027

KPMG LLP; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP in McLean, VA is seeking an Advisory Associate for Summer/Fall 2027. This early career opportunity welcomes graduates or students nearing graduation to join a leading advisory practice delivering data-driven risk and assurance services.

You will work on internal controls, data analysis, and client engagements, with opportunities to grow technical and communication skills in a collaborative, inclusive culture that values learning and impact.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree within 12 months
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Eligible for U.S. government security clearance
• Willing to work in the U.S. and travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Identify internal controls within business processes and conduct cyclical internal control testing
• Perform analytical reviews of key client processes and connection to enabling IT systems
• Work on teams delivering data-driven solutions to address risk factors and identify improvement opportunities
• Complete quantitative and qualitative analysis related to fraud, forensics, insider threat and supply chain risk issues
• Collect information/data through client interviews, system queries and research
• Conduct quantitative/qualitative analysis using data analytics tools and visualize results
• Contribute to design/prepare/analyze reports to leadership and clients

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Finance

Information Systems

Business Administration

Education

Bachelor’ s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Business Administration or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

AI literacy

Job description

Career Level Requirement

Early Career

If you are currently pursuing college coursework or have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in the past 12 months. If it has been more than 12 months since you have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate degree program you should explore experienced career opportunities at KPMG Careers: Experienced Professionals.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. You are encouraged to apply expeditiously to one role for which you are qualified and is of the greatest interest. You are limited to a maximum of two active applications. Give serious thought to your location preference. We strongly recommend applying to the location where you want to build your life and career long-term.

Start Season & Year: Summer/Fall 2027

Earliest Graduation Date: May 2026

Latest Graduation Date: Sep 2027

At KPMG, we are not only keeping pace with the future of business; we are defining it. Harnessing the full power of AI and digital innovation, we deliver intelligent, data-driven solutions to help our clients navigate change and transform their competitive edge. Our people-first approach makes this possible. KPMG invests in continuous learning by providing the tools and training for you to thrive within a culture that fosters growth and collaboration, whether you're launching your career or bringing decades of experience. Join an inclusive team that inspires excellence, delivers meaningful impact, and empowers you to shape your own future.

KPMG is currently seeking an Advisory Associate for our Advisory practice.

Responsibilities:

• Identify internal controls within business processes and conduct cyclical internal control testing and analyze results
• Perform analytical reviews of key client processes and connection to enabling IT systems
• Work on teams focused on providing data driven solutions to address a variety of risk factors and identify performance improvement opportunities
• Complete quantitative and qualitative analysis related to fraud, forensics, insider threat and supply chain risk-related client issues
• Collect information and data through effective client interviews, system queries and internal/external research
• Complete quantitative and qualitative analysis through variety of data analytic tools and techniques and visualize results
• Contribute to the design, preparation and analysis of reports and findings in a clear, logical and concise manner to key team and client leadership

Qualifications:

• Must be pursuing and have obtained by the start date or have completed the following degrees/majors in the past 12 months; Bachelors or Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Business Administration or equivalent program from an accredited college or university
• Must have a current/most recent GPA of 3.0 or above
• Applicant must be eligible for or possess a U.S. Government Security clearance
• Strong in technical, business acumen, critical thinking and agility skills; demonstrated ability to excel and drive strategic outcomes, coupled with a professional demeanor and a collaborative leadership approach, in a dynamic, evolving environment
• Ability to leverage common business technologies, including MS Office (with an emphasis on Excel) and AI, and quickly learn KPMG tools and applications used by our clients
• Strong communication, organization and relationship-building skills, with the ability to apply professional judgment and skepticism, manage priorities across multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work in a professional services capacity
• Must reside within a commutable distance of the office for this position and be responsible for your own transportation, such as personal vehicle or public transportation, to get to and from office / client locations to satisfactorily fulfill your job duties, as determined by your practice leadership
• Work location may be in the office, at client sites, or virtual/remote depending on business need; you must be located within the U.S. when working remotely; client site locations may require travel and overnight/extended stay
• Applicant must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.