Assurance Senior, Technology Risk Assurance

About the Role

The Assurance Senior, Technology Risk Assurance is responsible for assisting in the planning of IT audit engagements and executing IT risk assessments and control evaluations to determine the impact of controls on financial audit procedures. This role involves designing and executing procedures to understand and test the client IT environment and related IT general controls (ITGCs), including IT system logical access, change management, and IT operational controls, as well as testing business process controls, key reports, and information produced by the entity (IPE) across various client industries. Additionally, this position includes providing training, mentoring, and technical guidance to IS Assurance Associates.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge and understanding of IT risks and controls by:
  • Understanding and documenting client environments and the impact of IT on related audit risks.
  • Identifying controls that mitigate IT-related risks in the client environment.
  • Obtaining and documenting an understanding of the client control environment, designing test procedures, conducting and documenting tests of controls.
  • Documenting results of procedures, deficiencies, and assessing their impact on the financial reporting control environment.
  • Reading and reviewing client information and control documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensuring supporting information is documented in workpapers.
  • Identifying complex issues and escalating them to the team and management for resolution.
  • Communicating areas for process improvement, control strengthening, risk mitigation, and efficiency gains to the client.
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with client personnel and management.
• Apply knowledge and understanding of professional standards by:
  • Applying auditing theory, professional skepticism, and BDO audit manuals to client situations.
  • Identifying complex issues and deviations, collaborating with the team and client, and seeking counsel from BDO technical experts as needed.
  • Applying knowledge to adjust testing scope and providing counsel to audit team members.
  • Preparing and communicating results of procedures to the client.
• Plan and execute IT audits, including:
  • Obtaining an understanding of the IT environment, risks, and controls.
  • Designing and executing procedures to evaluate controls.
  • Building knowledge by understanding methodology, relevant standards, and regulations.
  • Applying BDO methodology, industry standards, and new pronouncements to client situations.
• Supervisory responsibilities:
  • Establishing deadlines and executing procedures to meet them.
  • Setting a tone for teamwork by supporting others and delivering on commitments.
  • Reviewing work performed by associate staff, providing feedback, and detail-reviewing all procedures.
  • Teaching and coaching associate team members for on-the-job learning.
  • Tracking status, schedule, and budget for reporting to the team and client.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems (required).
• Master’s degree in Information Systems or other relevant advanced degree (preferred).
• More than two (2) years of IT audit and/or related risk and controls experience (required).
• More than one (1) year of supervisory experience (required).
• Public accounting experience (highly desired).
• Proficient with PCAOB and AICPA audit standards (required).
• Experience performing audit tests of design, implementation, and operating effectiveness procedures for public companies (preferred).
• Experience reviewing and testing third-party attestation (SOC) reports (preferred).

Qualifications

• CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP, and/or CFE certification (strongly preferred).
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (required).
• Exposure to various industry ERP applications (highly preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and basic research skills.
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to meet project deadlines and focus on details.
• Ability to multi-task successfully while working independently or within a group environment.
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel.
• Ability to encourage a team environment and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel.
• Advanced knowledge of internal controls.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

Pay

Individual salaries are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. The following ranges apply:

• California: $85,000 - $125,000
• Illinois: $78,000 - $87,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $80,000 - $115,000

Benefits

BDO offers a comprehensive Total Rewards benefits package, including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership.
• Retirement plan benefits.
• Additional benefits subject to eligibility requirements. Learn more about BDO Total Rewards.

About Us

At BDO, we prioritize strong relationships and support one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to growth. Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and globally. We foster an ownership mindset through our ESOP, reinforcing our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we build together.