Senior Associate, Automation and AI Solutions

Join a global leader where innovation meets purpose and your expertise in AI and automation will drive transformational change across enterprise financial operations. Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team. KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Automation and AI Solutions to join our CFO/F&A Transformation, Data and Technology team in our CFO organization. Responsibilities: • Assist the Manager in implementing Automation and AI solutions, focusing on AI/ML, Automation, and Agentic AI opportunities to enhance Chief Financial Officer (CFO) processes and analytics • Analyze data patterns to identify AI opportunities; conduct hands-on experimentation with AI platforms and vendors, and document technical specifications • Collaborate with CFO teams and other stakeholders to ensure AI solutions meet strategic business requirements; support the Manager in project planning and implementation • Contribute to change management initiatives by designing training sessions and office hours to increase employee proficiency in AI tools • Assist in establishing AI architecture aligned with market trends and organizational standards; regularly update components to reflect ecosystem changes Qualifications: • Minimum three years of recent experience in AI solutions development • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, statistics, or a related field • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the capability to design systems that handle complex data sets; familiarity with the latest developments in the AI marketplace and ability to adapt the architecture as well as components accordingly • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and SQL; experience with machine learning model development, strong data architecture and solution-building skills, and exposure to AI frameworks and advanced financial systems • Demonstrated experience and understanding with artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques, as well as experience in leading Automation, Agentic AI, and Generative AI technology and process projects offering guidance in design, process decisions, and strategies for system implementations • Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with stakeholders, developers, and data scientists; capability to foster hyper-collaboration and enable a culture of continuous learning and skilling • 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) Benefits: • Private medical insurance • Private dental insurance • Life insurance • Health & wellbeing programme • Additional leave KPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, the firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at "Benefits & How We Work". Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA: https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=1171925 KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. 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