Grant Thornton (US) · 2 hours ago
Risk Advisory Manager, Not-for-Profit and Higher Education Practice
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $194K/yr
6+ years expGrant Thornton is a professional services firm specializing in audit and advisory services. The Risk Advisory Manager will lead projects to assess business risks and develop risk management programs for not-for-profit and higher education clients, while managing client relationships and business development activities.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Review operational, financial, and technology processes to provide clients with an assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the processes
Manage the development and execution of enterprise risk management, operational risk compliance and/or internal control programs for not-for-profit and higher education clients
Manage the development and execution of internal audit outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients
Manage the risk identification process and evaluation and testing of business processes and related controls
Manage the development of leading practices-based recommendations for improvement that are ‘right-sized’ and appropriate for the not-for-profit and higher education industries, as well as the specific needs and circumstances of clients
Work closely with clients and staff to develop client and project risk assessments, identify opportunities for improvement and leading practices-based recommendations regarding process optimization, revenue enhancement, cost reduction, fraud prevention, internal control, and compliance
Leverage analytics automation and artificial intelligence solutions to deliver client services efficiently and effectively
Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels
Perform engagement management responsibilities, including performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, project financials, quality review and client management
Actively participate in business development activities, such as developing new business relationships, contributing to / leading proposals, participating on client account teams, developing whitepapers and/or other thought leadership material, and attending conferences
Understand and manage firm risk on proposals and client engagements
Manage, develop, train, coach and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Information Technology, MIS, or a related field is required
Minimum 6 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing cross-industry clients at a national level
Experience performing financial and operational internal audits, as well as business process, internal control and/or operational reviews within the not-for-profit or higher education industry
Strong understanding of COSO Internal Control- Integrated Framework (2013), COSO Enterprise Risk Management Framework (2017), the institute of Internal Auditors International Professional Practices Framework (IIA IPPF), and/or current focus areas of external financial statement auditors (completeness and accuracy of key reports, level of precision, etc.)
Ability to execute multiple engagements and completing priorities in a rapidly growing team environment
Experience with analytics, automation and/or artificial intelligence platforms an understanding of the impact of technology
Exceptional client service, communication, analytical, organizational and project management skills
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications
Can travel as needed
Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at the GT office or client office
Preferred
Experience working for or with not-for-profit organizations or higher education institutions preferred
Experience with knowledge of processes, risks, controls and leading practices within not-for-profit and higher education industry-specific functions such as grants management, academic research, fundraising, student services, etc. preferred
Certification required, CPA, CISA, CISSP, CIA or CISM preferred
Internal audit experience, enterprise risk management, internal controls and/or compliance experience preferred
Benefits
Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program.
Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program.
Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.
Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program.
Company
Grant Thornton (US)
In the US, Grant Thornton LLP and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (and their respective subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards.
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