Baker Tilly · 9 hours ago
Risk Advisory Services Managing Director
USA CT Shelton
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$202K/yr - $383K/yr
10+ years expBaker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage. The Managing Director in Risk Advisory will lead a team focused on helping public sector clients assess and manage their risks, develop strategies, and implement processes to enhance their operations and achieve their goals.
AccountingConsulting
Responsibilities
Work closely with government boards and management teams to understand their organization and assist in identifying and managing financial and operational risks within their business processes and systems
Develop in-depth knowledge of governmental organizations by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement
Serves as the primary client liaison for large client relationships – manages master service agreements over large client relationships, aligning project teams with client needs and ensuring client satisfaction with our work
Think independently and strategically about your clients’ business, systems and risks providing recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client’s operations, processes, and business objectives
Provide strategic advice to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks
Assess, manage, and optimize information technology risk across a wide range of areas, including cybersecurity, IT strategy and governance, IT regulatory and compliance requirements, and business continuity and disaster recovery
Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks, identifying gaps in design and execution, and communicating issues and recommendations to clients
Produce comprehensive executive summaries and final reports for delivery to the client, documenting and reviewing engagement work papers in accordance with industry-accepted internal audit methodologies
Act as a valued business advisor, build relationships and communicate effectively with the client to provide superior client service
Managing, developing, training, and mentoring staff on projects and assessing performance for engagement and year-end reviews. Actively participating in recruiting talent to the firm
Performing project management duties - oversees work plan execution, provides periodic internal and client facing status reports, generates invoices and manages the project budget, oversees development and distribution of deliverables, and manages day-to-day communication and coordination with client team
Lead professional and effective presentations to internal and external audiences
Continue to develop your knowledge and experience working with a variety of technology environments, platforms, applications, and tools/utilities
Attending professional development, networking events and training seminars on a regular basis. Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
Manage client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met
Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with the goal of acquiring new clients, projects, and revenue
Invest in your professional development individually and through participation in firm wide learning and development programs
Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals
Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree within business, finance, accounting, or public administration, MBA/MPA desirable but not a requirement
Ten (10) plus years of progressive related consulting experience, including at least seven (7) years serving as a project manager in managing large and complex client relationships
A certification is highly relevant to this role. One or more of the following certifications are required: CIA, CFE, CRMA, CGAP, CPA, CISA, CISSP
Proven capacity to act as a dynamic leader, with a demonstrated ability to navigate and lead change management initiatives effectively
Knowledge of public sector operations broadly, specific knowledge or experience in a public sector setting - state or local government, public utility, transit, and/or K-12 schools
Demonstrated management, analytical, organization, interpersonal, project management, communication skills, and highly developed Microsoft Suite skills (Word, Excel) required
Broad understanding of risk and internal audit consulting concepts including but not limited to: internal audit (e.g., IPPF) and Yellowbook standards, internal controls and internal control testing, business process efficiency, business functions including accounting/finance, human resources, information technology
Ability to provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in order to stay current regarding applicable strategies, see the 'big picture' as well as the details, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of duties
Strong understanding of the professional services industry and ability to develop delivery on a business plan for a team of consultants
Ability to train team members and peers, and serve as a mentor
Company
Baker Tilly
At Baker Tilly, we care about you and the impact you make. That’s why we’re fully committed to your journey, wherever your ambitions take you.
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