Assurance Manager, Technology Risk Assurance

BDO USA, Llp; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 116.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

BDO USA, LLP in New York is seeking an Assurance Manager, Technology Risk Assurance to lead teams in planning and performing IT risk and control engagements across diverse environments.

You will design the scope of procedures, supervise the execution, review workpapers, and provide on-the-job training while communicating findings to clients and helping them strengthen controls and governance.

Formación

• Five or more years of IT audit and/or related risk and controls experience.
• Experience with general and application control reviews.
• Experience with third-party attestation (SOC) reports preferred.
• Experience in public accounting or internal audit environment preferred.
• CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead teams planning and performing IT risk and control work.
• Design the scope of procedures and ensure proper execution.
• Review, document, test, and evaluate IT processes and controls.
• Coach and develop engagement team.
• Communicate findings to clients and help strengthen controls.

Conocimientos

Client communication

Team leadership

Auditing standards

Analytical skills

Time management

Travel

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Information Systems

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

The Assurance Manager, Technology Risk Assurance is responsible for leading teams in planning and performing IT risk and control work for a wide range of complex environments. In this role, the Assurance Manager, Technology Risk Assurance will be charged with designing the scope of procedures and ensuring the appropriate execution of those procedures by the team, including the review, documentation, testing, and evaluation of information technology processes, often on multiple engagements.

Job Summary

The Assurance Manager, Technology Risk Assurance is responsible for leading teams in planning and performing IT risk and control work for a wide range of complex environments. In this role, the Assurance Manager, Technology Risk Assurance will be charged with designing the scope of procedures and ensuring the appropriate execution of those procedures by the team, including the review, documentation, testing, and evaluation of information technology processes, often on multiple engagements.

Business Acumen

• Applies knowledge of business functions, processes, and strategies to provide services, solutions, and advice that considers and improves the organization as evidenced by:
• Understanding core business operations/structure of various businesses
• Demonstrating knowledge of business issues, trends, and industry economics
• Demonstrating ease with client communications

Risk And Controls Focus

• 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 by:
• Identifying and considering applicable policies, laws, rules, and regulations of the firm, regulators, or other authoritative bodies
• Liaising with other professionals (such as core assurance) and the client to establish scope and strategy of work to be performed, and continuing team communications to work through complex issues and conclusions
• Ensuring proper documentation of the clients’ business and IT processes and controls and testing key controls in a variety of industries
• Reviewing workpapers and conclusions during audit field work
• Providing on-the-job-training to the engagement team during field work
• Communicating to the client areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, mitigate risks, and/or increase efficiency
• Developing and maintaining relationships with client personnel and management
• Identifying and making constructive suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures

Professional Competence

• Applies knowledge and understanding of professional standards; application of the principles contained in professional standards; and the ability to document and communicate an understanding and application of professional standards on an engagement by:
• Applying knowledge of auditing theory, a sense of professional skepticism, and the use of BDO audit manuals
• Applying auditing standards and methodology to various client situations
• Identifying complex issues, including deviations, and working through complex situations collaboratively with the team and client
• Applying knowledge to identify instances where testing may be reduced or expanded and providing counsel to the members of the audit team.
• Preparing, reviewing, and communicating results of procedures to the client, ensuring timeliness and completeness

Methodology

• Applies knowledge and application of BDO standards to guide effective and efficient delivery of quality services and products by:
• Conducting general and detailed reviews to help ensure audits are completed in accordance with applicable methodology and standards
• Recommending appropriate outcomes to critical issues
• Planning the audit process and overseeing the execution of procedures with quality and efficiency, despite pressures of deadlines
• Executing proper BDO methodology throughout the entirety of the engagement, from engagement acceptance through archive

Other

• Applies knowledge and understanding of governing principles; applying these principles to client transactions; and documenting and communicating an understanding and application of these principles by:
• Planning and executing IT audits, including obtaining an understanding of the control environment, designing test plans, evaluating deficiencies, and assessing the overall financial reporting control environment
• Reading and reviewing clients’ information and control documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness, and ensuring that all supporting information is documented in the workpapers and through appropriate testing
• Applying BDO methodology, industry standards and guidance, and new pronouncements to client situations
• Coaching less experienced team members in new areas
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Sets the tone for teamwork by supporting others in their work and delivers on commitments made to team members and clients
• Establishes deadlines and executes procedures and oversight to meet set deadlines
• Supervises associates and senior associates on all projects
• Reviews work prepared by the team and provides review comments
• Acts as a Career Advisor to associates or senior associates
• Schedules and manages workload of associates and senior associates
• Ownership and tracking of status, schedule, and budget for reporting to the team and the client
• Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates
• Teaches/coaches senior associates and associates to provide on-the-job learning

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, required: focus in Business Administration, Accounting, Computer Science, or Information systems, preferred
• Master’s degree in Information Systems, preferred

Experience

• Five (5) or more years of IT audit and/or related risk and controls experience, required
• Experience performing general and application control reviews, required
• Experience with performing review of and testing around third-party attestation (SOC) reports, preferred
• Experience working within a public accounting and internal auditing environment, preferred

License/Certifications

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

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, required
• Exposure to various industry ERP applications, highly preferred

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills especially 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 handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
• Able to 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: $110,000 - $140,000

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

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $116,000 - $140,000

Washington Range: $120,000 - $160,000

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.

As technology continues to shape how we work, BDO values the ability to apply generative and agentic AI solutions to develop work products, improve workflows and identify potential risks. Across our firm, we emphasize professional judgment in validating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, quality, and compliance.

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.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.

• 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"