KPMG Australia

Finance / FinServ

AssociateDirectorTrustedERPControlsArchitect(SAP)

brisbane, queensland, australia FULL TIME
The Brief

“Associate Director – Trusted ERP Controls Architect (SAP) at KPMG Australia. Skills: ERP controls, security, risk architecture, SAP S/4HANA, Tier-1 ERPs, access controls, SoD, privileged access, business process controls, configuration-based controls, GRC tooling, automated controls, audit reliance models, regulatory expectations, design authority, transformation programs, leadership. Establish and govern the ERP controls architecture for transformation programs, aligned to organisational risk a”

Industry & Context.

Finance / FinServ
Problems you'll solve

solve complex challenges

Eligibility Requirements

adjustment requests

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Tertiary qualification in Information Systems, Technology, Accounting, Engineering or a related discipline, Extensive experience in ERP controls, security, and risk architecture, ideally across SAP S/4HANA and/or other Tier-1 ERPs, Deep understanding of ERP access controls, SoD, privileged access, Deep understanding of business process controls and configuration-based controls, Deep understanding of GRC tooling and automated controls, Deep understanding of audit reliance models and regulatory expectations, Proven experience operating as a design authority on large, complex transformation programs, ability to engage credibly with C-suite, audit, risk, IT and ERP delivery leaders

Nice to Have

SAP S/4HANA and/or other Tier-1 ERPs, Consulting experience strongly preferred, with evidence of shaping work, not just delivering it, ERP certifications (e.g. SAP Security, SAP GRC) or relevant risk / assurance certifications are highly regarded

What You'll Do.

Establish and govern the ERP controls architecture for transformation programs, aligned to organisational risk appetite, regulatory obligations, and audit expectations., Act as the design authority for preventative and automated controls, including access controls, SoD, business process controls, configuration‑based controls, and GRC‑enabled controls., Define how controls should be embedded into ERP process and solution design, reducing reliance on manual and detective controls., Provide authoritative guidance on control patterns, design standards, and good practice architectures for ERP programs., Scrutinise ERP process and solution designs (Vision through Deploy) to identify control implications and ensure appropriate control responses are designed and implemented., Work closely with ERP solution architects, security leads, functional leads, and system integrators to ensure controls are practical, implementable, and sustainable., Ensure control design is appropriately reflected in key artefacts (e.g.

solution design, role design, configuration, testing strategies)., Translate risk, audit and compliance requirements into clear, system‑based control designs, without assuming risk ownership., Support external and internal audit engagement by explaining control design intent, maturity, and reliance models., Provide senior‑level input into assurance activities (e.g.

Gateway reviews, design effectiveness assessments, go‑live readiness)., Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders on ERP controls strategy and maturity uplift., Mentor and guide Security and Controls leads, specialists, and analysts across ERP engagements., Contribute to the development of Trusted ERP / Controls capability, including methods, role definitions, and reusable assets., Support go‑to‑market activity through thought leadership, proposals, and client conversations where deep controls expertise is required.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with ERP solution architects, security leads, functional leads, and system integrators to ensure controls are practical, implementable, and sustainable.; Mentor and guide Security and Controls leads, specialists, and analysts across ERP engagements.; Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who’ve got your back.; Build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

Communication Scope

client conversations; engage credibly with C-suite, audit, risk, IT and ERP delivery leaders; explaining control design intent, maturity, and reliance models

Process & Methodology

leading engagements end‑to‑end, delivery excellence

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