IT Experienced Manager, Technology Risk Assurance

About the role

The Assurance Experienced Manager, Technology Risk Assurance is responsible for leading a team of IS Assurance professionals in the review, documentation, evaluation and testing of information technology processes and controls in a wide range of environments.

Responsibilities

• Documents and tests IT general and application controls for a wide range of software packages and technology platforms
• Prepares audit reports and recommendations associated with IS audit work performed and reviews them with the client and audit team
• Identifies opportunities to utilize computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) and manages the implementation of those techniques, as appropriate
• Participates in the review of internal controls based on Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements
• Communicates to the client areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, mitigate risks, and/or increase efficiency
• Identifies and prioritizes key risks, and assesses their impact and likeliness of occurrence
• Recognizes technical concerns or issues and communicates those concerns with IS Assurance management
• Recognizes and validates relevant technical issues and brings them to the attention of client management
• Manages and reviews the IS audit work on assigned engagements
• Reviews the work product of IS Assurance Staff
• Ensures technology is appropriately integrated into the audit process
• Acts as primary client contact for all questions and issues
• Conducts client interviews to obtain relevant information
• Oversees controls, tests performed and results

Requirements

• More than six (6) years of experience of information systems auditing experience, required
• More than four (4) years of supervisory experience, required
• Prior experience working within a public accounting or Internal Auditing environment, preferred
• Prior experience performing IT general controls and application control reviews, preferred
• Prior experience performing SAS70 (now SOC) engagements, preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required
• Master’s in Information Systems or other relevant advanced degree, preferred

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Capable of effectively managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
• Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
• Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
• Capable of successfully interacting with professionals at all levels
• Advanced knowledge of internal controls

Benefits

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. California Range: $130,000 - $160,000 Illinois Range: $100,000 - $120,000 Massachusetts Range: $135,000 - $145,000 New Jersey Range: $135,000 - $145,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $127,000 - $160,000 Washington DC Range: $120,000 - $130,000

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight-driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clientsEmpowering team members to explore their full potentialOur talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunitiesCelebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirsFocus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communitiesBDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!

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