Experienced Manager, Risk Advisory Services

About the role

The Experienced Manager, Risk Advisory Services manages and delivers high-value solutions to clients in internal auditing and internal control, including business risk assessment, business process improvement, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, IT audit control, financial and operational audit, business conduct, and fraud/forensic investigations.

This role involves managing a team through all stages of an internal audit or consulting engagement—planning, field work, wrap-up, and report composition—while providing recommendations on client economic and legal risks. The manager also suggests improvements to clients' internal controls and accounting procedures and oversees engagement administration.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary client contact for questions, progress updates, and issue resolution.
• Conduct informational interviews and facilitate meetings with client management.
• Communicate control gaps and process improvements to client management and audit committees.
• Analyze client processes, risks, and controls.
• Provide exceptional client service and develop advanced solutions to client issues.
• Propose recommendations for a risk-based audit plan.
• Establish engagement budgets, recommend project scope adjustments, and manage pricing.
• Prepare timely billings and manage engagement realization.
• Ensure engagement metrics are achieved through effective management.
• Utilize research tools (databases, trade publications) to understand client industries.
• Identify, grow, and maintain strategic client relationships.
• Prepare formal and informal presentations for client meetings.
• Identify new business opportunities and communicate them to leadership.
• Participate in marketing and business development activities.
• Draft proposals, reports, and complete research as needed.
• Administer project plans and foster a positive, client-service-focused team environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day workload of Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements.
• Review work product and ensure team training on relevant software.
• Evaluate performance, set goals, and support professional development.
• Deliver periodic performance feedback and complete evaluations per firm guidance.
• Mentor Senior Associates and Associates; may serve as a Career Advisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Intelligence (required).
• MBA or other relevant advanced degree (preferred).
• Eight (8) years of experience in public accounting or a Fortune 1000 company performing:
  • Risk assessments, internal audits, Sarbanes-Oxley readiness services.
  • Internal control assessments, management consulting (financial, operational, or IT).
• Prior supervisory experience (required).
• Experience with internal controls, including:
  • Process control design, flowcharts, control matrices.
  • Documentation/testing of controls, and reporting control gaps.
• Experience in audit planning, developing audit programs, testing, work papers, and report drafting (required).
• Industry-specific audit experience (e.g., manufacturing, retail, energy) (preferred).
• Experience in process reviews, systems reviews, and application controls (preferred).
• Public accounting audit experience (preferred).

Qualifications

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), or equivalent certifications (required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) (required).
• Experience with assurance applications and research tools (required).
• Experience with ACL, IDEA, and/or MS Access (preferred).

Skills

• Solid understanding of internal audit planning and coordination.
• Knowledge of internal accounting controls, professional standards, and regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication, including business/report writing.
• Ability to adapt communication style for professionals at all levels.
• Ability to multi-task in independent and team environments.
• Superior analytical and diagnostic skills for complex issue resolution.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment with attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills.
• Sound knowledge of US GAAP, GAAS, SEC, and PCAOB reporting rules; IFRS knowledge (a plus).
• Solid grasp of general IT control concepts.
• Excellent people development, delegation, and engagement management skills.
• Executive presence for client interactions and presentations.
• Ability to resolve complex business issues and build strong relationships.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Pay

Individual salaries are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. Ranges by location:

• California: $130,000 – $160,000
• Colorado: $130,000 – $160,000
• Illinois: $130,000 – $160,000
• Maryland: $130,000 – $160,000
• Minnesota: $130,000 – $160,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $140,000 – $165,000
• Washington: $130,000 – $160,000
• Washington DC: $130,000 – $160,000

Benefits

BDO offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for qualified retirement benefits and ownership stake.
• Additional benefits (eligibility requirements may apply).

Learn more about BDO’s Total Rewards.

About Us

At BDO, we prioritize strong relationships, supporting clients, communities, and each other with care, curiosity, and a commitment to growth. Our purpose is to help clients navigate complexity and achieve their goals with confidence.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services globally. As an ESOP company, we offer employees a stake in the firm’s success, fostering an ownership mindset and strengthening connections to clients and the future.