Assurance Experienced Manager, Technology Risk Assurance

BDO USA; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA in New Jersey seeks an experienced Assurance Manager, Technology Risk Assurance to lead a team of IS Assurance professionals in the review, documentation, evaluation and testing of IT processes and controls across diverse environments.

You will oversee IT general and application controls, provide audit reports, and mentor staff while coordinating with clients to strengthen controls and mitigate risks. Travel up to 30% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems required.
• Master’s in Information Systems or other relevant advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Documents and tests IT general and application controls.
• Prepares audit reports and recommendations.
• Identifies opportunities to use CAATs and implements them.
• Participates in internal controls review under Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Communicates findings to client areas to improve processes and controls.
• Develops client relationships and conducts interviews to obtain information.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/CS/IS

Master's in Information Systems or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SQL

Oracle ERP systems

Unix/Linux

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Assurance Experienced Manager, Technology Risk Assurance is responsible for leading a team of IS Assurance professionals in the review, documentation, evaluation and testing of information technology processes and controls in a wide range of environments.

Job Summary

The Assurance Experienced Manager, Technology Risk Assurance is responsible for leading a team of IS Assurance professionals in the review, documentation, evaluation and testing of information technology processes and controls in a wide range of environments.

Job Duties

• Documents and tests IT general and application controls for a wide range of software packages and technology platforms
• Prepares audit reports and recommendations associated with IS audit work performed and reviews them with the client and audit team
• Identifies opportunities to utilize computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) and manages the implementation of those techniques, as appropriate
• Participates in the review of internal controls based on Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements
• Communicates to the client areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, mitigate risks, and/or increase efficiency
• Identifies and prioritizes key risks, and assesses their impact and likeliness of occurrence
• Recognizes technical concerns or issues and communicates those concerns with IS Assurance management
• Recognizes and validates relevant technical issues and brings them to the attention of client management
• Manages and reviews the IS audit work on assigned engagements
• Reviews the work product of IS Assurance Staff
• Ensures technology is appropriately integrated into the audit process
• Acts as primary client contact for all questions and issues
• Develops and maintains relationships with client personnel and management
• Conducts client interviews to obtain relevant information
• Oversees controls, tests performed and results
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises the day-to-day workload of IS Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product
• Ensures IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates are trained on all relevant IS Assurance software and resources
• Evaluates the performance of IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development
• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates
• Acts as mentor to IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriate

Education

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelors’ degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required
• Master’s in Information Systems or other relevant advanced degree, preferred

Experience

• More than six (6) years of experience of information systems auditing experience, required
• More than four (4) years of supervisory experience, required
• Prior experience working within a public accounting or Internal Auditing environment, preferred
• Prior experience performing IT general controls and application control reviews, preferred
• Prior experience performing SAS70 (now SOC) engagements, preferred

License/Certifications

• CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification, required

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
• Exposure to various industry ERP applications, highly preferred
• Exposure to operating systems (e.g., UNIX, OS400, LINUX); and databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL), preferred

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Capable of effective managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
• Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
• Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
• Advanced knowledge of internal controls
• Ability to travel up to 30%

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range: $130,000 - $160,000

Illinois Range: $100,000 - $120,000

Massachusetts Range: $135,000 - $145,000

New Jersey Range: $135,000 - $145,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $127,000 - $160,000

Washington DC Range: $120,000 - $130,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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