Senior Associate, SAP Security

About the Role

KPMG Advisory is at the forefront of transformation, offering excellent opportunities for career advancement and expertise development. Our professionals thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture and benefit from world-class training, leading market tools, and a strong team connection. This role allows you to deepen your skills, expand your capabilities, and make an impact in SAP security and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).

Responsibilities

• Execute client engagements focusing on SAP security, SAP GRC, and the audit readiness of complex SAP environments (including S/4HANA).
• Assess and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of SAP controls (GITCs and business process controls) throughout the business cycle.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in SAP security, automation, and internal controls, and help draft remediation recommendations.
• Supervise and provide day-to-day guidance to Associates on engagements, reviewing their work for quality and accuracy.
• Assist Managers and Directors in creating high-quality client deliverables, reports, and presentations.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of recent experience in SAP audit (GITCs and business process), SAP controls, SAP security design/re-design, SAP GRC implementation, SAP ERP implementations, or business process transformation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college/university.
• Hands-on experience with SAP GRC and security implementation, or effective SAP audit experience; exposure to SAP GRC (10.1 or 12.0) and SAP S/4HANA is highly preferred.
• Prior experience within a consulting or professional services firm is preferred.
• Currently holding or actively working toward certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or relevant SAP certifications.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.
• Ability to travel as needed to support client engagements.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) plans.
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health.
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year, based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service.
• Two annual breaks where employees are not required to use Personal Time Off: one at year-end and another around the July 4th holiday.

Pay

KPMG complies with all local and state regulations regarding salary transparency. The salary range for this role is determined based on factors such as applicant skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations. For specific salary ranges by city outside of California, visit KPMG’s Pay Transparency page.