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📣Ready to "Come as you are" with KPMG? One of the special recruitment campaigns for new graduates and final-year students is coming very soon. Here are a few tips for thorough preparation to gain the ultimate advantage in the selection process: ✅Understand KPMG's values, culture, services, and recent developments. ✅Develop key competencies sought by KPMG through coursework, projects, internships, or extracurricular activities. ✅Attend workshops or office tours at KPMG to gain insights into the recruitment process and interact with company representatives. Lastly, ensure you have your TRANSCRIPT and academic certificates (if any) ready to fill the application form. Your success starts with meticulous preparation. Are you ready to shine?🎇 #KPMGGraduateRecruitment2024 #Comeasyouare #KPMGinCambodia

Yesterday, I and over a thousand other students had the privilege of participating in a virtual work experience organized by KPMG and Young Professionals. The day was filled with valuable learning opportunities such as when we: - gained insights into KPMG's history, values, and what they stand for. - discussed the role of AI, machine learning, and deep learning in the accounting and audit industry and how KPMG are incorporating it into their work. - were introduced to various options available to school leavers, such as apprenticeships and graduate and undergraduate programs. - heard from KPMG apprentices themselves, sharing their various diverse experiences. - put ourselves in the role of a KPMG employee giving advice to a client looking to expand their business, presenting our own ideas to the YP team. This experience broadened my ever-growing schema and I am grateful for the opportunity to participate. Many thanks to KPMG, Young Professionals and Dan M. for hosting this event. #KPMG #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerInsights #YoungProfessionals #EmployabilitySkills #VirtualEvent

KPMG India Internship - May-July 2024 Key takeaways - Realized #DunningKruger effect at its peak 😛 - Use a scientific method of #problemsolving which revolves around validating or invalidating hypotheses. - A 5 minute conversation with a subject matter expert = 2 days of reading documentation - Don’t hesitate to ask even the smallest questions - it is easier to do and apologize, than to wait and seek permission. - Importance of mutual respect. Despite being at the bottom of the organizational pyramid as an intern, I never felt unheard. - Trust your mentors/seniors, they have better clarity of the Business what-how's than you - but don't shy away from challenging their opinions. As students, we often seek validation from the industry to re-assure ourselves that we are on the right path. Securing an #internship at #KPMG offered me just that—a sense of recognition and the opportunity to immerse myself in the world of #managementconsulting. Stepping into a corporate environment was like trading in my textbooks for real-world challenges. I saw my theoretical concepts take the form of complex problems demanding practical solutions. I learned that being a management consultant is more than just crunching numbers and making pretty presentations. It’s about looking at a problem from every angle, like an eagle surveying its territory. We were taught to dissect issues, layer by layer, until we uncovered the #rootcause. My colleagues at KPMG were always willing to lend a hand. I was amazed at their ability to juggle multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and still find time to mentor someone like me. The collaborative spirit was contagious, and I quickly realized the importance of #teamwork. My internship also provided a glimpse into the fast-paced nature of consulting. Deadlines were tight, expectations were high, and adaptability was key. I developed strong work ethics and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. It was challenging at times, but the sense of accomplishment that came with overcoming hurdles was incredibly rewarding. Thank you Saurabh Gupta Prakash Powdel Kshitij Gautam C V Srinivasa Siddhartha for your guidance & direction. You helped me peak my learning in the 2 months at KPMG. UPES School of Business, UPES

🌟 Introducing Conor O'Brien: Financial Services Audit Intern Conor O'Brien, a third-year Commerce student at University College Dublin, is deepening his understanding of the audit process and honing crucial business skills at Deloitte this summer. Discover how his hands-on experience and participation in developmental workshops are shaping his future. Learn more about his journey. https://deloi.tt/3WLfn2R #DeloitteIntern24 #GrowWithDeloitte

Curious about what an Audit role is really like? We’ve teamed up with Deloitte, EY, KPMG & PwC to deep dive into this very topic… Introducing the Choose Audit Content Vault - a hub full to the brim with interview bites and TikToks featuring current Audit Apprentices, Interns and Grads! Some of the topics include: 💜  Why did they choose Audit 💚  What funding opportunities have they had in their role 🧡  Application tips and advice for any aspiring future Auditors Check it out 👉 https://lnkd.in/dEtEz44E #audit #accountancy #finance #careeradvice #student #apprenticeship

We're just 2 weeks into our new Audit campaign and over 1,000 students have engaged with the campaign so far 💥 'Choose Audit' has brought together the top accounting firms in the UK to support students in understanding Audit career pathways - Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC, Forvis Mazars Group, BDO, ICAEW & ICAS - The Professional Body of CAs. Using gamified challenges and brand ambassador amplification, the campaign targets 16-24 year olds - changing their perceptions of careers in Audit and Assurance and boosting awareness of the apprenticeship, internship and graduate opportunities available in this field. Follow our link in comments to take a look at the campaign  ⬇️ www.choose-audit.co.uk #StudentRecruitment #StudentMarketing #EarlyCareers

Thrilled to announce that I've embarked on an exciting journey as a summer intern at KPMG, joining their esteemed team as an academic trainee. Huge gratitude to KPMG India and the XIME Placement Cell for this incredible opportunity. Eager to soak up knowledge, gain invaluable insights, and contribute meaningfully during my time here. Let's dive into this enriching experience together! #KPMGInternship #LearningAndGrowing"

Absolutely! The hiring landscape is evolving, and it’s time we celebrate this change.    Can a candidate from a Tier 3 college secure a job in one of the Big 4 firms? Recently, during a session with one of my trainees, she shared an inspiring story. Despite being from a Tier 3 college, her batchmates were getting placed in prestigious firms like Deloitte and EY. This wasn’t an isolated case.   Another trainee of mine, a graduate from a small-town college, told me how she landed an internship at PwC. She didn’t have the pedigree of a top-tier institution, but her skills in data analysis and her proactive approach caught the recruiter’s eye. She not only secured the internship but was later offered a full-time role.   The Big 4 and other top firms have realized that talent knows no boundaries, and here’s why this matters:   ✅ Skills > Degrees: The era of college bias is fading. Employers are focusing on what you bring to the table, not where you studied.   ✅ Financial Relief: Students from Tier 3 colleges often avoid the massive fees of Tier 1 institutions but still get similar opportunities.   ✅ Equal Playing Field: Companies like EY, PwC, and Deloitte are actively expanding their reach, looking for potential everywhere .  As a corporate trainer, I always emphasize this: Your college doesn’t define your worth, your skills and mindset do.   So, whether you’re from a Tier 1, 2, or 3 college, focus on learning, networking, and seizing opportunities. The doors to success are wide open for those who work hard and stay determined.   #SkillsMatter #CareerGrowth #Big4 #Hiring #CorporateTraining

I Turned Down an Offer letter from EY!! In the beginning of my final year, I turned it down It was one of those moments where you’re excited, proud, but also incredibly torn. I mean, who wouldn’t want to work with one of the Big Four, right? But here’s why I said no: 👉 𝐃𝐢𝐝𝐧’𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: The internship was of more than 2 months, which conflicted with my packed schedule of projects, classes, and upcoming college elections (I stood for president and won later). 👉 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐝: While experience is valuable but I had other paid offers at that moment, Thus I chose to spend more time learning, experimenting, and growing while earning a decent amount. 👉𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 > 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐬: In college, I encountered some moments that made me realize that impact mattered more than just a brand name on my resume. Rejecting such a big offer wasn’t easy, but looking back, it allowed me to create opportunities that were more in line with who I am and where I see myself going now. The bottom line calculated risk often pays off in the long run, always make a pros and cons list (big help) PS: Have you been through something similar?