BDO USA · 1 day ago
Assurance Experienced Manager
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
6+ years expBDO USA is a leading accounting and advisory organization committed to delivering exceptional experiences. The Assurance Experienced Manager will supervise audit engagements, ensuring quality and compliance while also focusing on business development and client relationship management.
AccountingConsultingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Applies knowledge and understanding of the collective effect of various factors on establishing or enhancing effectiveness, or mitigating the risks, of specific policies and procedures
Applies a broad understanding of objectives and components of the overall control environment and organization, and supervisory controls
Validates and assesses effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting
Identifies and communicates to management and audit committee suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures
Identify and delegates functions of the audit to the auditor in charge as deemed appropriate
Supervise the work of audit team and review workpapers and conclusions preferably onsite during audit field work
Provide on-the-job-training to the engagement staff during audit field work
Applies knowledge and understanding of governing principles; applying these principles to client transactions; and documenting and communicating an understanding and application of these principles
Identifies and consults with clients on the impact of new accounting pronouncements
Monitors and communicates important professional, industry pronouncements
Presents and discusses alternative generally accepted accounting principles and arguments for/against such alternatives
Drafts complex financial statements and related footnote disclosures and effectively communicates these to client
Identifies complex accounting issues and forms and documents resolution, seeking counsel of BDO technical experts as needed
Applies knowledge and understanding of SEC regulations and PCAOB guidelines, and documents and communicates the application of these principles
Reviews SEC filings, including MD&A, financial statements, and disclosures for appropriateness in form, content, completeness, and accuracy, and ensures that quarterly reviews are properly performed
Reviews required communications to the client and Audit Committee, ensuring their completeness, accuracy, and compliance with Firm and professional guidelines
Reviews Section 404 internal control audit work all necessary checklists to ensure their completeness and compliance with Firm and professional guidelines
Ensures compliance with engagement independence requirements and consults internally as needed
Applies a thorough knowledge of professional standards/practices, including GAAS and PCAOB in performing and supervising work
Provides guidance to others and affirms conclusions made by others
Communicates matters required to be reported to the Audit Committee/Board and those charged with governance
Applies the use of efficiency tools such as statistical sampling, CAATS, etc
Conducts detailed review to assure audit is completed in accordance with assurance manual standards
Prepares or reviews required communications to management and audit committees, ensuring timeliness and completeness
Recommends appropriate outcomes to critical issues
Initiates and prepares client acceptance/retention procedures where appropriate
Plans the audit process and oversees the execution of procedures with quality, efficiency, and completeness despite pressures of deadlines
Executes proper BDO methodology including but not limited to proper archiving procedures
Considers Sarbanes-Oxley rules in understanding and executing service plans for combined 404 and financial statement audits for public clients
Defines methodology to conduct research projects and completes in a timely manner
Applies comprehensive knowledge of all appropriate research tools and draws conclusions based upon appropriate research
Prepares memo supporting research/conclusions and consults with others if appropriate
Presents issues to RTD or concurring reviewer effectively and accurately
Responsible for supervision of Associates and Senior Associates on all projects
Review work prepared by Associates and Senior Associates and provide review comments
Act as a Career Advisor to Associates and Senior Associates
Schedule and manage workload of Associates and Senior Associates
Provide verbal and written performance feedback to Associates and Senior Associates
Teach/coach Seniors and Associates to provide on the job learning
Other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, preferred
Six (6) or more years of prior relevant audit experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, required
Prior significant supervisory experience, required
Active licensed US CPA, recognized active International Equivalent or unique qualification as defined by BDO's Assurance Licensing Policy, required
If active international equivalent or unique qualifications, required to obtain an active US CPA license within approved timeframe as defined by firm licensing requirement guidelines
Sound GAAP and GAAS knowledge
Familiarity with SEC and PCAOB reporting rules
Possess proven solid verbal and written communication skills
Possess excellent people development and delegation skills, including training/instruction and engagement scheduling and budgeting
Possess executive presence - need to be able to be primary contact for the client, prepare and present presentations to clients and potential clients
Possess client development/relationship-building skills
Possess solid decision-making skills
Ability to resolve complex accounting issues
Ability to be responsible for business development and marketing
Ability to be responsible for engagement profitability including billings and collections
Preferred
Master's in Accountancy, preferred
Industry expertise in one or more assurance specialty, preferred
Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
Experience with assurance applications and research tools, preferred
Benefits
Flexibility and opportunities for advancement
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock
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.
Company
BDO USA
BDO USA renders taxation, audit, assurance, advisory, and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.3BKey Investors
Apollo
2023-08-15Debt Financing· $1.3B
Leadership Team
Catherine Moy
Chief People Officer
Cristin Boynton
Principal, Tax Automation & Innovation
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