Assurance Senior Manager - EBP

Job Summary:

The Assurance Senior Manager is responsible for developing suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures, advising on economic and regulatory risks in a specific industry, identifying financial and non-financial performance measures, formulating and communicating the audit plan, answering complex GAAP/GAAS questions, and composing technical consultation memos on GAAP/GAAS engagements.

The role includes marketing, networking, and business development within an area of expertise, maintaining key client relationships, and serving as the primary client contact for complex questions. The Assurance Senior Manager is a core part of the offices/region Assurance leadership team and participates in supervision, problem resolution, and delegation during the audit process.

Control Environment

• Applies advanced knowledge of the control environment and supervisory controls to establish or enhance effectiveness and mitigate risks
• Validates and assesses the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting
• Identifies and communicates to management and the Audit Committee suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures
• Identifies and delegates audit functions to the auditor in charge as appropriate
• Supervises the audit team and reviews work papers and conclusions, preferably onsite during field work
• Provides on-the-job training to the engagement staff during field work

GAAP

• Applies advanced knowledge of GAAP principles and documents understanding and application
• Identifies and consults with clients on the impact of new accounting pronouncements
• Discusses alternative treatments of GAAP and documents arguments for/against
• Drafts complex financial statements and related footnote disclosures for client communication
• Identifies complex accounting issues and seeks counsel from technical experts as needed

SEC and PCAOB

• Applies knowledge of SEC regulations and PCAOB guidelines; documents and communicates their application
• Reviews SEC filings (MD&A, financial statements, disclosures) for form, content, completeness, and accuracy; ensures quarterly reviews are performed
• Reviews communications to the client and Audit Committee for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with firm guidelines
• Reviews Section 404 internal control audit work for completeness and compliance
• Ensures engagement independence requirements are met

GAAS

• Applies knowledge of GAAS and PCAOB standards in performing and supervising work
• Provides guidance to others and affirms their conclusions
• Communicates matters required to be reported to the Audit Committee/Board
• Uses efficiency tools such as statistical sampling and CAATS where applicable

Methodology

• Applies advanced knowledge of BDO standards, policies, and technology for quality service delivery
• Conducts detailed reviews to ensure audits comply with assurance manual standards
• Prepares or reviews required communications to management and audit committees
• Recommends outcomes for critical issues; initiates client acceptance/retention procedures where appropriate
• Plans the audit process and oversees execution with quality and efficiency under deadlines
• Adheres to BDO methodology including proper archiving and Sarbanes-Oxley considerations for combined 404 and public client audits

Research

• Applies methodology to seek information from authoritative sources and draw conclusions
• Defines research processes and completes projects in a timely manner
• Uses appropriate research tools and documents conclusions in memos
• Presents issues effectively to RTD or concurring reviewer
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Sets the tone for teamwork and supports others in delivering on commitments
• Supervises managers, associates, and senior associates on projects
• Reviews work and provides comments; acts as a Career Advisor
• Schedules and manages workload and provides performance feedback
• Coaches staff for on-the-job learning

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; majors in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics preferred
• Master’s degree in Accountancy preferred

Experience

• Seven or more years of relevant audit…