KPMG US · 13 hours ago
Director, Financial Communications
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expKPMG is a leading provider of audit, tax, and advisory services, known for its supportive work culture. They are seeking a Director of Financial Communications to lead strategic communication efforts regarding the firm's financial performance and to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.
Financial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead strategic direction for the communications of the firm's financial earnings and business results to key stakeholders; this includes overall communications strategies for financial reporting, ensuring alignment with firmwide strategy and goals
Support the development and execution of an integrated communications strategy for the Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO) and ensure alignment with the functions and Business Process Groups (Talent & Culture, Legal, Risk Management, Technology, etc.), helping to drive the group's collective transformation agenda
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and other Business Process Group (BPG) Vice Chairs and leaders. Provide counsel on messaging for firm financial performance as it relates to the strategy and operational transformation bringing forward new ideas based on internal factors and external trends
Develop a wide range of communications materials, including executive talking points, video scripts, presentations for the Board and Management Committee, thought leadership articles, social media, and content for internal channels, to ensure consistent and effective messaging to drive the broader firm strategy
Build and maintain relationships with financial and business media outlets, identifying key moments for media amplification on topics like AI-driven operations, transformation, and workforce evolution; be an avid consumer of traditional news and social media, bringing external trends and case studies into communications
Establish and oversee best-practice systems for optimizing communications, measuring progress against KPIs for executive visibility, employee engagement, and external reputation; ensure all communications adhere to legal and regulatory guidelines; effectively manage, coach and mentor team members to operate successfully in a very high-performing culture
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualification
Required
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience, with deep expertise in a combination of financial communications, internal communications, media relations and change management within a large, complex organization
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; Master's Degree preferred
Demonstrated understanding of financial statements, key performance indicators including experience understanding how partnership financials differ from corporate entities. Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial and operational data into clear, compelling narratives for diverse internal and external audiences
Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills, including the ability to present concepts and ideas to senior leadership confidently and persuasively in-person and virtually; adept at using technology, including AI to innovate for greater efficiency and effectiveness
Strategic thinker with strong experience as a trusted advisor to the C-suite and expertise in developing and executing effective communications strategies; agency experience preferred; experience building and managing relationships with the financial press and other media outlets is essential
Progressively increasing experience with identifying and flagging issues that impact the firm's reputation with its people and external stakeholders; superior people manager and coach who can lead and excel in a fast-paced, high-performing environment
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)
Preferred
Master's Degree preferred
agency experience preferred
Benefits
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
Company
KPMG US
KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms and the fastest growing Big Four accounting firm in the United States.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lynne Doughtie
Former Chairman and CEO
Paul Knopp
Chair and CEO
Recent News
Australian Financial Review
2024-05-12
2024-05-07
Media OutReach
2024-04-30
Company data provided by crunchbase