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Assurance Manager, Accounting Advisory & Outsourcing

BDO USA, LLP
Des Plaines, IL
$110K-$125K a year
Full-time

Job Description

Job Summary :

The Assurance Manager, Accounting Advisory & Outsourcing is responsible for understanding complex accounting and reporting matters and assisting companies with the proper application of accounting standards for both public and private companies.

This role will assist companies with the implementation of new accounting standards as well as other accounting and reporting related projects.

The Manager will be expected to administer training on accounting and reporting related matters both internal and external.

Job Duties :

  • Works directly with clients in understanding and resolving technical accounting and financial reporting matters
  • Researches complex auditing and reporting problems, and will be responsible for communicating to clients in both written and oral format
  • Produces Thought Leadership pieces, conference calls and live presentations for clients and prospective clients
  • Demonstrates Thought Leadership and provides value-added insights in BDO's formal communications and in articles and speeches for external audiences
  • Participates on professional committees
  • Applies with honesty and integrity relevant GAAP, GAAS, SEC, PCAOB and other applicable or emerging regulations and standards, and the BDO Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
  • Applies technical knowledge to develop, administer, and deliver training courses or presentation materials. Activities include :
  • Defining training goals
  • Supervising course development or updating, and evaluating courses
  • Facilitating training courses and evaluating course / presentation effectiveness based on participant and presenter feedback
  • Designs tools and templates for use on ARAS engagements
  • Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities :

  • Acts as a Career Advisor to associates and seniors as assigned (as applicable)
  • Provides verbal and written performance reviews to associates and seniors (as applicable)

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Marketing, or Economics, required; OR
  • Bachelor's degree in other focus area AND CPA certification, required
  • Master's in Accountancy, preferred

Experience :

  • Five (5) or more years of prior work experience in public accounting, required
  • Prior supervisory experience, required

License / Certifications :

CPA certification (or an international equivalent), required

Software :

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, preferred
  • Experience with accounting research databases, preferred
  • Language :
  • N / A
  • N / A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

  • Solid understanding and proficiency of accounting standards and reporting requirements for public companies
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills
  • Advanced knowledge of GAAP and SEC

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 : $110,000 - $125,000

Colorado Range : $110,000 - $125,000

NYC / Long Island / Westchester Range : $110,000 - $125,000

Washington Range : $110,000 - $125,000

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 clients
  • Empowering team members to explore their full potential
  • Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
  • Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
  • Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
  • BDO 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

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