Experienced Senior Associate, Risk Advisory Services

Job Description

The Assurance Experienced Senior, Risk Advisory Services is responsible for providing risk consulting and issue resolution to clients in the areas of SOX, internal audit, business process improvement, information technology, and fraud investigations. This role includes participation in all stages of an internal audit or consulting engagement, providing assistance with planning, field work, engagement wrap‑up, report composition, and recommendations regarding client economic and legal risks.

• Acts as primary contact for clients regarding basic questions and information
• Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with clients during the 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, risks, and controls with guidance from senior Risk Advisory Services professionals
• Develops initial deliverables and/or solutions to client issues
• Dynamically reassesses risk and communicates with senior 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 the 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 assessments of assigned department or functional area within an established/required timeline while overseeing staff
• Establishes risk‑based audit programs
• Determines scope of review in conjunction with the Engagement Manager
• Documents financial reporting cycles or internal audit areas and identifies key controls
• Assesses internal control design and operational effectiveness, conducts audit testing of specified areas, 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 Associates are trained on all relevant audit software and engagement processes and procedures
• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for Associates
• Acts as mentor to Associates as appropriate

• 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, focusing on entities‑wide risk assessment (required)
• Two (2) or more years of prior supervisory experience (preferred)

• CPA or CIA certification (preferred)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word (required)
• Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools (preferred)

• Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating audit stages
• Knowledge of internal accounting controls, professional standards, regulations, and systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt style and messaging to communicate with professionals at all levels within client and firm
• Ability to multi‑task while working independently and in 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 attention to detail
• Capable of effectively 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

• California: $90,000 – $115,000
• Colorado: $90,000 – $115,000
• Illinois: $90,000 – $115,000
• Maryland: $90,000 – $115,000
• Minnesota: $90,000 – $115,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $90,000 – $115,000
• Washington: $90,000 – $115,000
• Washington DC: $90,000 – $115,000

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.