Manager, Risk Advisory - Asset Management

About the role

At DLA, we help our clients tackle complex problems while making sure our people have the tools, flexibility, and support to thrive. Whether you're passionate about finance, audit, or risk, you'll find meaningful work here with a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, and a human-centered approach. We're currently looking for a Manager, Governance, Risk & Controls (GRC) – Financial Services to join our GRC team in the Greater NYC Area. If you're ready to lead high-impact client engagements and grow your career in a people-first advisory firm, we'd love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Planning and leading internal audit engagements for asset management, alternatives, and mutual fund clients - on scope, on schedule, on budget
• Serving as the primary client contact, resolving issues and building trusted, long-term relationships
• Supervising and mentoring Seniors and Associates; reviewing workpapers and deliverables with actionable feedback
• Delivering concise, client-ready audit reports and presentations that communicate risk, impact, and recommendations
• Managing project economics, monitoring budgets, utilization, and resourcing; addressing variances proactively
• Applying SOX, COSO, and internal control frameworks to engagement work with precision
• Identifying cross-sell opportunities and supporting proposal development
• Contributing to recruiting, training, and professional development initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of internal audit experience with financial services clients, specifically asset management, alternatives, and/or mutual funds
• Strong knowledge of SOX, COSO, and internal control frameworks; GAAP familiarity
• Professional services or public accounting background preferred
• Proven team leadership and engagement management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication; experience preparing executive-level deliverables
• Analytical, adaptable, and solutions-oriented in fast-paced, client-facing environments
• Willingness to travel as needed

Benefits

• Flexible PTO (plus your birthday is a holiday!)
• 401(k) with company match
• Hybrid work model (typically 2 days per week in-office)
• Commuting expense reimbursement
• Employee referral & commission programs
• Ongoing professional development & training
• Comprehensive healthcare plans