Manager, Risk Advisory Services

About the role

The Manager, Risk Advisory Services is responsible for managing and delivering high value solutions to clients in the areas of Internal Auditing and internal control, including business risk assessment, business process improvement, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, information technology audit & control, financial and operational audit, business conduct and fraud/forensic investigations.

Responsibilities

• Acts as primary contact for clients regarding all questions and information, including progress, challenges encountered, and issues identified
• Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with client management members during engagement process
• Communicates control gaps and suggested improvements to processes, controls and risk management to client management and audit committees
• Analyzes the client’s processes, risk and controls
• Provides exceptional client service and develops advanced level deliverables and/or solutions to client issues
• Proposes recommendations for a risk-based audit plan
• Establishes engagement budget, provides recommendations for project scope and underlying pricing changes, as needed
• Prepares periodic and timely billings, and manages adjustments to engagement realization, as needed
• Manages the engagement and underlying economics to ensure engagement metrics are achieved
• Utilizes all available research aids (as practical), including databases and trade publications, to develop understanding of client’s industry
• Identifies, grows and maintains strategic relationships with client personnel, including members of client management
• Prepares formal and informal presentations for client meetings
• Identifies new business opportunities to expand the Risk Advisory Services practice and communicates such opportunities to his/her engagement superiors
• Participates in marketing and business development activities within practice
• Drafts proposals and reports, and completes research, when needed
• Administers project plans
• Fosters a positive demeanor, learning attitude and client service mentality with staff and seniors

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Intelligence, required
• MBA or other relevant advanced degree, preferred
• Six (6) or more years of experience within a public accounting firm or Fortune 1000 company performing Risk Assessments, internal audits, Sarbanes-Oxley Readiness services, internal control assessments, management consulting as a Financial, Operational or In Information Technology Subject Matter Expert, required
• Prior experience performing audits of particular industries (manufacturing, retail, distribution, energy, etc.), based upon the RAS practice’s need, required
• Prior supervisory experience, required
• Prior experience performing process reviews, systems reviews and reviews of application controls, required
• Prior experience performing audits within a public accounting environment, preferred
• Prior experience with internal controls including process control design, preparation of flowcharts & control matrices, documentation and testing of controls, and identification and reporting of control “gaps”, required
• Prior experience conducting audit planning, developing audit programs, performing testing, preparing work papers, and drafting audit reports, required
• Certificate of Internal Auditor (“CIA”), Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”), Certified Information System Auditor (“CISA”), or equivalent certifications, required
• Experience in the use of various assurance applications and research tools as is appropriate for this level, required
• Software Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, required
• Experience with ACL and/or IDEA, and MS Access, preferred

Skills

• Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating all stages of an internal audit
• Knowledge of internal accounting controls and professional standards and regulations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing
• Ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
• Superior analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutions
• Solid project management skills
• Sound US GAAP and GAAS knowledge and familiarity with SEC and PCAOB reporting rules
• Knowledge of IFRS, a plus
• Solid grasp of general IT control concepts
• Excellent people development and delegation skills, including training/instruction and engagement scheduling and budgeting
• Executive presence to act as primary contact for clients while preparing and presenting to clients and potential clients
• Capable of resolving complex business issues
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel

Qualifications

• Education Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Intelligence, required
MBA or other relevant advanced degree, preferred
Six (6) or more years of experience within a public accounting firm or Fortune 1000 company performing Risk Assessments, internal audits, Sarbanes-Oxley Readiness services, internal control assessments, management consulting as a Financial, Operational or In Information Technology Subject Matter Expert, required
Prior experience performing audits of particular industries (manufacturing, retail, distribution, energy, etc.), based upon the RAS practice’s need, required
Prior supervisory experience, required
Prior experience performing process reviews, systems reviews and reviews of application controls, required
Prior experience performing audits within a public accounting environment, preferred
Prior experience with internal controls including process control design, preparation of flowcharts & control matrices, documentation and testing of controls, and identification and reporting of control “gaps”, required
Prior experience conducting audit planning, developing audit programs, performing testing, preparing work papers, and drafting audit reports, required
Certificate of Internal Auditor (“CIA”), Certified Public Accountant (“CPA”), Certified Information System Auditor (“CISA”), or equivalent certifications, required
Experience in the use of various assurance applications and research tools as is appropriate for this level, required
Software Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, required
Experience with ACL and/or IDEA, and MS Access, preferred

Benefits

California Range: $115,000 - $135,000
Colorado Range: $115,000 - $135,000
Illinois Range: $115,000 - $135,000
Maryland Range: $115,000 - $135,000
Minnesota Range: $115,000 - $135,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $110,000 - $150,000
Washington Range: $115,000 - $135,000
Washington DC Range: $115,000 - $135,000

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 proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization. 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! Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets Click here to find out more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. "BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"