Specialist Manager, Risk and Compliance Services (Conflicts CoE)

Job Summary

As a Manager in the Independence & Conflicts Network focusing on engagement matters, you'll advise Deloitte engagement teams on auditor independence requirements and their impacts on the professional services environment. This role involves leading conflict check or engagement consultation cases, analyzing proposed client services, and advising on independence matters.

Responsibilities

• Leading conflict check or engagement consultation cases end to end
• Analyzing proposed client services and relationships against applicable auditor independence requirements
• Advising Partners, Principals, Managing Directors, Senior Managers, and client service leadership on independence matters
• Performing research, drafting conclusions and communications, and strategizing on next steps
• Interpreting and applying AICPA, SEC, PCAOB independence rules, and Deloitte US Firms independence policies
• Partnering with Lead Client Service Partners, Independence Directors, global Conflicts teams, and professionals across Deloitte businesses and member firms
• Reviewing work product and providing constructive feedback to team members; supporting performance management, training, and team development; and contributing to operational improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, compliance, law, or another related field
• 5+ years of experience in professional services, compliance, risk management, accounting, finance, legal, or audit environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, and other standard office productivity tools
• Experience using artificial intelligence-enabled tools or emerging technology solutions to support research, analysis, documentation, or communication
• Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or advanced degree in finance, accounting, business, or law
• Experience in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, internal controls, and interpretation of rules, regulations, and standards
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience in public accounting
• Strong understanding of Deloitte businesses, service offerings, or service delivery models
• Experience in conflicts, independence, or a closely related risk-management function within a professional services or auditing environment