Senior Associate, Global Trade Technology

KPMG • Washington, DC

82d • $55,000 - $118,000

About The Position

At KPMG, you can become an integral part of a dynamic team at one of the world's top tax firms. Enjoy a collaborative, future-forward culture that empowers your success. Work with KPMG's extensive network of specialists & enjoy access to our Ignition Centers, where deep industry knowledge merges with cutting-edge technologies to create innovative tax solutions. Join a diverse team helping high-profile clients understand, analyze, and respond to complex business opportunities and challenges. Develop your career through a range of multifaceted engagements, formal training, and informal mentoring. At KPMG, we believe nothing is more important than investing in our culture because it's an investment in our people, our future, and what we stand for as a firm. KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our Trade and Customs practice.

Requirements

• Minimum of a five years of experience working with SAP ECC, S/4 Hana (SAP GTS, SD,MM, and/or Foreign Trade) and/or Oracle Enterprise technology (Oracle ERP, OTM, and others)
• Minimum of at least one full-life cycle Global Trade implementation project and a solid understanding of project methodology and milestones; Demonstrated ability to lead client engagements and effectively manage teams
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
• Knowledge of supply chain, logistics or global trade processes, or deep experience with SAP Foreign Trade, Sales & Distribution and Materials Management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to think analytically; very detail oriented and organized, and excellent collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

• Preferred certifications: CBL (Customs Broker's License) issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, CUSICO (Certified U.S. Import Compliance Officer), CUSECO (Certified U.S. Export Compliance Officer), Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the National Customs Broker and Forwarders Association of America, CPA, or JD/LLM.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of Global Trade Technology solutions, including the design, build, training, testing, and deployment stages of each project
• Write blueprint and specification documents, perform system configuration, and rigorously test the system and train users in its operation to prepare them for successfully using Global Trade Management (GTM) solutions in their daily trade and compliance activities
• Work with clients; business resources to introduce innovative changes to how they conduct their business, encompassing changes to people, processes and technology
• Collaborate with clients; technology resources in the technical deployment of the GTM application, to include an emphasis on knowledge transfer so the client can become self-sufficient

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle
• Medical and dental plans
• Vision coverage
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plans
• Robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year
• Calendar of holidays to be observed during the year
• Two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees