associate

audit associate

senior associate

manager

tax associate

KPMG

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

•	SharePoint Administrator with 8+ years of work experience in design, installation, configuration, administration, supporting, upgrading, migrating, customization, development SharePoint solutions. 
•	Excellent understanding of SharePoint capabilities that meet business & collaboration goals. 
•	Analyzed and documented requirements for SharePoint sites taxonomy and governance. 
•	Developed Disaster Recovery strategies for SharePoint farm configuration. 
•	SharePoint Migration from 2007, 2010 to SharePoint 2013 or SharePoint Online. 
•	Expert knowledge in troubleshooting SharePoint related issues, including end user support. 
•	Experience in Deployments like web parts, feature, solutions, template or custom workflows and content. 
•	Experience in implementing different authentication types in SharePoint 2013 like Kerberos and have good knowledge in Forms-based and SAML Claims based. 
•	Knowledge in SharePoint Object Model. 
•	Extensively worked with SQL server team in installing and configuring database clusters as well as Transaction Log Shipping of SharePoint Content Databases. 
•	Responsible for ensuring high availability, scalability, Server Health and performance. 
•	Responsible for solving a variety of user problems relating to the authentication, permissions, application access, usage and functionality. 
•	Extensively used InfoPath forms to interact with Web Services and Excel Services. 
•	Configuration on SharePoint 2010 Migrations to O365 SharePoint Online using Sharegate and Metalogix tool. 
•	Experience with Active Directory Federation Services and implementation of SSO. 
•	Designed multiple enterprise level architecture models for large scale SharePoint implementation projects. 
•	Ability to work methodically in a fast-paced, deadline driven environments. 
•	Excellent Team Member, Mentor with good communication and interpersonal skills.
•	Experience with creation of InfoPath forms, NINTEX forms and SharePoint Designer Workflows.
•	Extensively used PowerShell to perform automation tasks like taking SharePoint Content Databases, deploying solutions, generating administrative reports etc.
•	Worked on L2 support and troubleshoot SharePoint site issues.
 the internal and external KCentral SharePoint 2007 sites using their custom built KPMG tools. 
•	Worked on custom KPMG tools for migration purposes such as User mapping tool, KPMG Central Bulk Deletion Tool, KPMG Site Locking tool and KPMG Central Snapshot tool. 
•	Migrated the KCentral and Portals SharePoint 2007 sites to SharePoint 2013 new sites using the content matrix tool. 
•	Worked and documented on O365 project showcase tenant for KPMG Global. 
•	Collaborated with the Product Owner, Project Manager and the Business to discuss the scope and approach for implementing the O365 project. 
•	Defined the configuration settings for O365 Admin Center that will best suit the KPMG environment. 
•	Registered the users to O365 tenant and implemented the bulk mail forwarding using PowerShell. 
•	Tested the O365 tenant as an end user and checked the working functionality of the features in O365. 
•	Troubleshoot SharePoint site issues by interacting with users 
•	Implemented Microsoft Teams for collaboration.

Environment: SharePoint server 2013/2010/2007, InfoPath, Office 365(O365), Metalogix,

KPMG is a renowned global professional services firm that provides audit, tax, and advisory services to a wide range of clients. Apart from its excellent reputation in delivering high-quality services, KPMG is also known for fostering a great culture within its organization. In this review, we will explore the key aspects that contribute to the great culture at KPMG.

1. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
KPMG places a strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion, recognizing that a diverse workforce brings different perspectives and ideas to the table. The company actively promotes an inclusive environment where individuals from various backgrounds can thrive and contribute their unique talents. This commitment to diversity is reflected in their recruitment practices, employee resource groups, and leadership development programs.

2. Collaboration and Teamwork:
At KPMG, collaboration and teamwork are highly valued. Employees are encouraged to work together, leveraging their collective expertise to deliver the best possible outcomes for clients. The company fosters a collaborative culture through open communication channels, cross-functional projects, and team-building activities. This collaborative approach not only enhances the quality of work but also promotes a sense of camaraderie among employees.

3. Learning and Development Opportunities:
KPMG recognizes the importance of continuous learning and development to stay ahead in a rapidly changing business landscape. The company provides its employees with a wide range of training programs, both technical and soft skills, to enhance their professional growth. Additionally, KPMG offers mentorship programs, coaching, and access to industry-leading resources, allowing employees to continuously develop their knowledge and expertise.

4. Work-Life Balance:
Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for employee well-being and productivity. KPMG understands this and strives to create an environment that supports work-life balance. The company offers flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, to help employees manage their personal and professional commitments effectively. KPMG also promotes employee wellness through various initiatives, such as wellness programs, mental health support, and work-life integration policies.

5. Social Responsibility:
KPMG is committed to making a positive impact on society and the environment. The company actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives, including pro bono work, volunteering programs, and sustainability efforts. This commitment to social responsibility not only contributes to the greater good but also instills a sense of purpose and pride among employees.


i'm no doubt sure than the company as a whole operates more efficiently and effectively than my specific practice did, though i'm sure there are some themes in particular places

PROS
* company "prestige and reputation"--makes you an attractive job applicant/search candidate
* structured get to know the company orientation WBT "training"
* easy to navigate org design/structure practice area (helps to understand biz unit functions)
* true attempt at providing training and "development?" opportunities
* advisory (can't speak for tax and audit or other advisory LoS outside P&C) orientation university sets a decent grounding for learning
* networking is encouraged (also after hours which isn't always a plus for everyone) and events are actually set up to facilitate it. i believe part of it is the drive to push business development down but you NEED business development for success here (its a partner firm) even for your staffing
* clear succession path levels (doesn't mean you'll make it--you better have partners gunning for you--but the path levels are clear)
* opportunity for travel if that appeals

CONS
* i don't know where to start so all i will say is that the people and change practice office in NYC is lead by a partner who is notorious for favoritism, shunning, and exclusion for talent that doesn't fit the "desired" profile.  i saw more focus placed on glitzy PPT presentations than meaningful talent content
* terrible terrible onboarding experience beyond the corp and regional standard orientation
* inept engagement staffing function, its not what you know its who  you know and you better know partners that will place you.  little regard for matching project needs with talent KSAOCs
*nebulous performance management process--so nebulous that i can't even explain it.  no transparency whatsoever.
* you don't have to have relevant experience to get staffed on project--so much for a healthy talent management practice

maybe other P&C office locations (chicago?) run different.  BE SURE YOU SPEAK WITH YOUR HM (hiring manager) AND YOUR SENIOR PML (performance mgt lead) to GET A GOOD RJP (realistic job preview) and HAVE THEM SET EXPECTATIONS BEFORE YOU CONSIDER AN OFFER, especially if you don't come from Big 4

This review is in regards to the EMC team.

From the first day to my last day, I suffered while working at the downtown Los Angeles location.  I remember that on my first day, the first thing my boss told me while walking up to meet her was "oh Jesus Christ" for no reason at all.  Well, that was a warm welcome.  I was always made to feel that I was unwelcomed at the company and I am not sure why. No matter how much I put in terms of effort, I was always told some nonsense of how I could better do things.  I would get stared at randomly with no effort to conceal it.  I felt that some individuals were doing their best to get me fired.  So much was the discomfort that I eventually had to talk with the Human Resources which led me to leaving the position.

The training was abysmal.  Training was a by-product of people's schedule. If there was time on their schedule for training, then there will be training.  There was no training for itself.  While in training, nothing was formal or organized.  You just had to shadow fellow employees which was not the best way to go about this because of the nature of the position.  Absolutely no manuals were given as a reference.  You had to rely on asking questions to your peers.

The company atmosphere was infected with the attitude of "I got hired here so I am awesome".  Too many people had an inflated sense of themselves.  Efforts were made to "prove" how they are better than you.  If you made any attempt to seem intelligent about anything, this would be met with scorn.  Overall, too much snootiness.  Please keeps things into perspective. Too many times I was told that I was just a temp here and not a real employee. Well I will do respect, but I would not classify the job as having a complex nature.

It just seemed like everyone worked there because of the perks and prestige. There was not a feel of substance to the workplace from many people.  It just felt like many people worked there for the financial sustenance. This was apparent in the workplace morale and environment.  This was also apparent in the effort given by employees in their work. It was also apparent from people randomly bothering you as they were not happy there.  Sadly, the perks just served as a band-aid over the miserableness of everything else.

People here are great. You work with very bright individuals, and everyone is nice and tries to help you out. There is still office politics, but it at least stays hidden/behind the scenes. While the people are nice, everyone is ridiculously busy, so no one has time to teach you anything.

They send you to a "lakehouse" which is a KPMG-owned resort in Florida for training. It is extremely nice, and the food is some of the best you'll ever have in your life. They don't let you leave the resort or do anything else while you are there, and they don't let you bring family.

They do layoffs to scare employees (while continuously hiring new ones), and in the next week they send out official emails mandating 55 hour minimums from mid-July to mid-October.  They'd prefer to force people out instead of lay them off and give them layoff packages.

Don't expect a work-life balance. Work is life, you'll have to figure out how to make things balance. You'll do tons of unpaid overtime. You don't get time off if you are sick either unless you are actually dying.

They have a hybrid work environment with 3 days in office which is nice. They are very strict about having 3 days, so if you only come in two days, you'll need to do 4 the next week. If you don't they'll hold you back from promotions.

They like to pigeon-hole you into one area of tax very quickly. They'll tell you before you get hired that you'll get exposed to this and that - wrong. You'll do one thing. They also "butter-up" or in more plain terms lie to interns to get them to sign offer letters. 

They also use their own proprietary software that is extremely inefficient and often times very slow. When it is slow, they expect you to make up for it. This software is KPMG-specific, so you won't be learning anything that helps you outside of KPMG.

Despite the fact that many companies prefer big-4 on your resume, you honestly don't get as much exposure or learning experience as you would at a mid-size firm.

Pay is ok. About the same you'd get anywhere else.


This KPMG office in Silicon Valley has a first year associate turn over rate of over 50% within the first year. That means 50% of the first-year employees quit before their year is up. Recruitment for this company is a scam. They lure you in with the promise of internal growth and job stability. However, all you receive as a first year is torturous hours, minimal compensation (when you finally do the math), and little to no guidance or support. The recruiters deserve Oscars. They are great at their job. They paint a picture of elitism and success. They convince college students into believing they will be entering the business and accounting world on top. They tell you that you will be working a couple hours later than usual during a busy season that lasts 1-2 months. The reality is that these students are crushed into accepting a sub-par lifestyle that devalues them as human beings. Any free-spirit they have going into this job is obliterated. In order to continue working here, one must accept an ideology in which their time means nothing. I have and will continue to warn individuals exploring employment at this office. I will tell them the truth. The "busy season" that lasts "1-2 months" is a lie. You can get assigned to a second, maybe even a third. The "extra couple hours" is also a lie. Try leaving at 11PM after working through lunch and dinner and not being provided a single break. The management bears no responsibility. The environment is not one of support and guidance. Rather there is resentment and irritation at a beginner's inability to perform a task they were never taught. I cannot speak on behalf of other offices, but this office in Santa Clara is disappointing. No one I care about will be encouraged to pursue a career here. People deserve better. I wish there was an option for zero stars. If this review saves just one person from working at this place, I will be at peace. I am currently still employed, but seeking an exit strategy. This place deserves NONE of my time or anyone else's. PROCEED WITH CAUTION AND/OR STEER CLEAR of this office!!

Been with KPMG going on 5 years. Opportunities for growth are limited for people with primarily a technical skillset. Tax knowledge is vital to advancement in the Tax Technology practice (which makes sense), unless you are in procurement or some administrative group. You WILL be kept busy, which is good.

KPMG "celebrates diversity", and constantly nags employees to contribute to community. But they do not really give a "we care about you as an individual" vibe (in my experience). Some walk the walk issues here. For example recently management encouraged people to use their Sunday to go to an MLK public gathering... but didn't (and never has) given employees MLK day off. They claim to honor veterans but don't give that day off either. In fact there are only about 6 holidays (8 days) off a year unless Partners are feeling particularly generous, they they give a couple extra at year end. During the summers they give what they call Jumpstart Friday (can leave work at 3PM) but client work still comes first, and Manager and above better not be unreachable nights and weekends or you take flack for it.

KPMG pays no overtime, doesn't compensate for extra time put in either, so there is very little incentive to give them any extra. They have a bonus program where people can nominate co-workers for awards... but cap at $1,000 per recipient per year, silly. High achievers should not be limited, they should be encouraged to do more and more.  But they do have good work remote and flex hours for jobs that support that kind of lifestyle. I hear some people feel worked to death and they are only as good as their last engagement. I have not experienced that, but I may be lucky, as I operate fairly autonomously. 

Most people I have worked with treat others with genuine respect, and there is a zero tolerance policy barring retaliation - by anyone, regardless of position or circumstance. I've worked at worse places, but also better.

A Great Workplace: KPMG is recognized by a variety of external organizations for being a great place to work and build a career for all its people. For example,  FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For, LearningElite Top Ten, Universum's World's Most Attractive Employers, Universum Top 100 Ideal Employers for Young Professionals; DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity, Training Magazine's Top 10 Hall of Fame, Working Mother 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers, Working Mother Best Companies for Multicultural Women, Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, Top 100 Military Friendly Employers, 100 Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces, and Best Employer for Asian Pacific American Professionals.

A Great Portrait of History: The firm has a rich history of doing great work and making a difference, not only for its clients and its people, but for society at large.

A Collaborative Culture:  Just like an orchestra, the firm comes together and perform as one team to reach its full potential and achieve great things.

A High-Performance Culture: Committed to having the best people with the skills and determination to deliver above and beyond; and about aspiring to the next level.

Flexible WorkLife Balance: Committed to offering its people access to a range of flexible schedules and arrangements that work for them while also meeting the needs of the firm.

Sound Core Values: Leads by example; work together; respect the individual; seek the facts and provide insight; open and honest in communication; committed to its communities and acts with integrity. 

Encore Rewards and Recognition: Committed to rewarding and recognizing its people for their contribution to the firm on a daily basis. Believes it people are its most valuable assests an helps to ensure they feel appreciated for their time and service.

To be fair there are many benefits to working for a Big Four accounting firm. You will learn a ton of new information and you will grow as an employee. Employees get to work with many talented people. Not to mention a job at a Big Four looks great on your resume.

On the downside, if you look at the Best Places to work lists - you will find KPMG either listed below every other Big Four firm or completely absent from the list. Top management can make all the excuses they want but it comes down to two primary issues. 

Management loves to take credit for success but blames underlings for failures. Either way you aren't going to share in the money pouring into the firm. 

Second, management likes to play favorites and no one seems to be willing to reel these managers in. Companies need to be able to show why one employee was promoted over another and in many cases a halfway good lawyer could prove that this was not the case. 

Over the years I watched countless talented employees jump ship to the other Big Four Accounting firms. As a result, many people who do remain and work up to Partner or Principal aren't the best and brightest. 

If you find yourself working for this firm and want anything other than a very, very slow climb to the top - take as many classes as you can and constantly look for a position at one of the other Big Four Accounting firms. Many people I know jumped ship with their manager to a new firm and even entire departments have left together.

After working one too many 100+ hour work weeks for this firm I left and I would argue that any firm that loses an entire Practice group to a competitor - isn't some place you want to be long term.

What is the best part of working at the company?
KPMG really takes care of their people! I very much mean that. You won’t find a company that cares more about or does more for their employees than KPMG. While my decision to leave KPMG was the right one for me at the time, I do occasionally regret leaving.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
As KPMG is a firm with a heavy consulting focus, your “utilization” (the percentage of your overall work time spent on billable projects) is the most important metric. Of course, billable work is a limited resource (especially during a pandemic). And since EVERYONE IN THE FIRM needs billable work, you are both in competition with your peers to land billable work AND are also reliant upon your peers to feed you work when things are tight (good luck with that). As I am also an introvert, I found this to be quite stressful - so stressful, in fact, that it drove me to leave a company that I loved working for. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Great management culture, with a truly strong focus on supporting their employees. Aside from the competitive aspects of finding billable work, it was a great place to work.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
KPMG is a consulting firm, and as with any professional services firm, there is no such thing as a 8-hour day. Having come from a law firm, I expected to work very long days. While I could start my day whenever I wanted (subject to client requirements, which I found to be quite reasonable), I routinely worked 18-hour days - and most of that was in the never-ending grind to find billable work.

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