BDO · 1 month ago
Experienced Senior, Risk Advisory Services
McLean, VA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expBDO is a leading professional services firm, and they are seeking an Experienced Senior in Risk Advisory Services. This role involves providing risk consulting and issues resolution to clients, participating in all stages of internal audits or consulting engagements, and managing client relationships while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
AccountingBusiness DevelopmentFinancial ServicesOutsourcing
Responsibilities
Acts as primary contact for clients regarding basic questions and information
Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with clients during engagement process
Obtains information, documents and data from clients to support the completion of analysis and research of client issues
Documents and analyzes the client’s processes, risk and controls with guidance and direction from senior Risk Advisory Services professionals
Develops initial deliverables and/or solutions to client issues
Dynamically reassess risk and communicate with senior Risk Advisory Services professionals and/or client as necessary
Assists with the management of the engagement to ensure engagement metrics are achieved
Utilizes research tools, databases and trade publications to develop understanding of client’s industry
Develops relationships with client personnel and management members
Prepares formal and informal presentations for client meetings
Partners with Risk Advisory Services leadership to complete research and draft proposals and reports, as necessary
Implements project plans
Maintains all documentation and work papers associated with client engagements
Conducts risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established / required timeline while oversees staff
Establishes risk-based audit programs
Determines scope of review in conjunction with the Engagement Manager
Documents financial reporting cycles or internal audit area and identifies key controls
Assesses internal control design and operational effectiveness Conducts audit testing of specified area and identifies reportable issues and dimension of risk
Determines compliance with appropriate legislation and/or audit policies and procedures
Communicates findings to senior management and drafts comprehensive report of audited area
Other duties as required
Supervises the day-to-day workload of Risk Advisory Services Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product
Ensures Risk Advisory Services Associates are trained on all relevant audit software and engagement processes and procedures
Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for Risk Advisory Services Associates
Acts as mentor to Risk Advisory Services Associates, as appropriate
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, required
Three (3) to seven (7) years of financial experience within a public accounting firm or industry environment performing internal audit, consulting or risk services, required
Prior experience with internal controls including flowcharts, documentation and testing of controls, required
Experience with Internal Audit and Sarbanes Oxley with a focus in entities wide risk assessment, required
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, required
Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating the stages to perform an audit
Knowledge of internal accounting controls, professional standards and regulations and systems
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment
Superior analytical and diagnostic skills
Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments successfully
Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Capable of effective managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
Ability to travel as needed
Preferred
Two (2) or more years of prior supervisory experience, preferred
CPA or CIA certification, preferred
Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools, preferred
Company
BDO
BDO is the leading provider of professional services within the mid-tier of our profession.
10001+ employees
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