Assurance Experienced Manager, Risk Advisory Services
Job Summary : The Assurance Experienced 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. In this role, the Assurance Experienced Manager, Risk Advisory Services is charged with managing a team of professionals through all stages of an internal audit or consulting engagement to include planning, field work, engagement wrap up and report composition, along with providing recommendations regarding client economic and legal risks. The Assurance Experienced Manager, Risk Advisory Services will also be responsible for providing suggestions to improve the internal controls and accounting procedures of assigned clients, as well as managing certain aspects of engagement administration.
Job Duties
- 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
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises the day-to-day workload of RAS Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work productEnsures RAS Senior Associates and Associates are trained on all relevant softwareEvaluates the performance of RAS Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional developmentDelivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for RAS Senior Associates and Associates in accordance with Firm guidanceActs as mentor to RAS Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriateMay act as a Career Advisor to Associates and ManagersQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Intelligence, requiredMBA or other relevant advanced degree, preferredExperience :
Eight (8) 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, requiredPrior supervisory experience, requiredPrior 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", requiredPrior experience conducting audit planning, developing audit programs, performing testing, preparing work papers, and drafting audit reports, requiredPrior experience performing audits of particular industries (manufacturing, retail, distribution, energy, etc.), based upon the RAS practice's need, preferredPrior experience performing process reviews, systems reviews and reviews of application controls, preferredPrior experience performing audits within a public accounting environment, preferredLicense / Certifications :
Certificate of Internal Auditor ("CIA"), Certified Public Accountant ("CPA"), Certified Information System Auditor ("CISA"), or equivalent certifications, requiredSoftware :
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, requiredExperience in the use of various assurance applications and research tools as is appropriate for this level, requiredExperience with ACL and / or IDEA, and MS Access, preferredOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating all stages of an internal auditKnowledge of internal accounting controls and professional standards and regulationsStrong verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writingAbility to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firmAbility to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environmentSuperior analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutionsAble to work in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracySolid project management skillsSound US GAAP and GAAS knowledge and familiarity with SEC and PCAOB reporting rules. Knowledge of IFRS, a plusSolid grasp of general IT control conceptsExcellent people development and delegation skills, including training / instruction and engagement scheduling and budgetingExecutive presence to act as primary contact for clients while preparing and presenting to clients and potential clientsCapable of resolving complex business issuesBuild and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnelTravel as neededIndividual 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 Colorado Range : $130,000 - $160,000 Illinois Range : $130,000 - $160,000 Maryland Range : $130,000 - $160,000 Minnesota Range : $130,000 - $160,000 NYC / Long Island / Westchester Range : $130,000 - $160,000 Washington Range : $130,000 - $160,000 Washington DC Range : $130,000 - $160,000