Audit Manager - CASS Assurance

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CASS Audit Manager - Financial ServicesBase Location:

LondonAbout the RoleJoining KPMG means becoming part of a talented team of exceptional colleagues who bring innovative thinking and natural curiosity to everything they do. At KPMG, we believe that diversity of background, personality, and perspective is key to success - and there''s a place for everyone here.We are currently seeking a CASS Audit Manager to join our Financial Services audit function. This team supports a wide range of market-leading entities, including major investment banks, retail banking groups, broker-dealers, and traditional asset managers. With a strong track record and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting time to join our expanding practice.Why Join KPMG?

Our Financial Services CASS audit function oversees a variety of market-leading entities, ranging from some of the largest investment banking groups, retail banking groups, and broker-dealers to some of the largest traditional asset management groups in the UK. We have won a number of tenders in recent years and expect continued growth over the next 3 to 5 years.The CASS Audit Department supports the delivery of CASS assurance reports across the entire FS audit practice at KPMG, including our Banking and Asset Management Audit teams. With a proven track record and increasing regulatory scrutiny, supervision, and demand for external assurance, we are well-positioned for significant expansion.Team members bring a mix of core assurance and audit skills, deep industry knowledge, and specialist expertise in the UK regulatory environment particularly in relation to Client Assets.What will you be doing?

Deliver Limited and Reasonable Assurance CASS audit engagements, leading small teams and contributing to larger, multi-disciplinary projectsOversee all aspects of audit planning, execution, and reporting, ensuring commercial efficiency and effective resource allocationProvide technical support and advice to internal KPMG teams on CASS auditsMentor and coach junior team members, supporting both technical development and personal growthContribute to business development through proposal writing, client workshops, industry seminars, and marketing materialsDevelop thought leadership and identify new business opportunitiesAdvise clients on the impact of regulatory developments and provide assurance over existing processes and controlsWhat will you need to do it?

Experience in a CASS-related function, ideally including external CASS auditsStrong knowledge of the FCA''s Client Assets Sourcebook and its practical applicationDeep understanding of governance frameworks, business structures, and control environments in the asset management sectorExcellent stakeholder and relationship management skillsStrong project management capabilities and experience leading professional teamsExperience and Background

Professional qualification preferred (e.g., ACA, ACCA), but not essentialSignificant experience in financial services, with a focus on CASS complianceProven ability to deliver regulatory projects and evaluate complex technical issuesStrong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbalAwareness of current regulatory developments and industry challengesDemonstrated success in delivering high-quality outputs to a range of stakeholdersTo discuss this or wider Audit roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.Find out more

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