Internal Audit & Risk Advisory Manager

About the role

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and Boston. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP (Baker Tilly) provide professional services through an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations and professional standards. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business advisory services to their clients. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and Baker Tilly US, LLP, trading as Baker Tilly, are independent members of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 141 territories, with 43,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $5.2 billion.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with client executives and management teams to understand their businesses and assist in identifying and managing financial and operational risks within their business processes and systems.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement.
• Perform detailed materiality analysis, scoping, risk assessment, and other engagement planning and management tasks required to guide engagement team execution.
• Think independently and strategically about your clients’ business, systems and risks providing recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes and business objectives.
• Assess, manage and optimize business risk across a wide range of areas, including operational audit and SOX compliance.
• Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks, identifying gaps in design and execution, and communicating issues and recommendations to clients.
• Draft comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client, documenting and reviewing engagement work papers in accordance with industry-accepted internal audit methodologies.
• Provide strategic business advice to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks.
• Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service.
• Facilitate professional and effective presentations to internal and external audiences.
• Continue to develop your knowledge and experience working with a variety of technology environments, platforms, applications and tools/utilities.
• Aid in managing client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met.
• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and the community.
• Invest in your professional development individually and through participation in firm wide learning and development programs.
• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals.
• Participate actively in professional organizations, client functions, events, and lunches & conduct presentations and seminars.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related program.
• CPA or CIA designation(s) required.
• 5+ years of experience with risk advisory, internal/external audit, business process reengineering, and/or internal controls.
• Experience as a client serving professional for a public accounting or consulting firm desired.
• Experience serving clients with the following industries; technology, manufacturing, distribution, energy and natural resources.
• Excellent analytical, technical and problem solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, collaboration, and time management skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of industry frameworks and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Competitive salary range of $136,190 to $204,260.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Employee assistance programs.

Pay

The pay rate range for this job position is $136,190, to $204,260. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location.

Schedule

Full-time position.