Assurance Senior Manager, Non-Profit

BDO USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA in New York is looking for an Assurance Senior Manager, Non-Profit, to develop client internal controls and provide guidance on accounting procedures. You will supervise audit teams, manage key client relationships, and ensure compliance with GAAP and GAAS.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, a CPA license, and a minimum of seven years of experience in assurance. This role involves significant leadership responsibilities and requires strong decision-making skills.

Qualifications

• Seven years of work experience in accounting required.
• Significant supervisory experience is a must.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop client internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Supervise audit teams and review workpapers.
• Provide guidance on GAAP and GAAS compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Decision-making skills

Research and resolving complex accounting issues

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

MBA or Masters in Accountancy

CPA license

Tools

Assurance applications

Job description

Job Description

The Assurance Senior Manager, Non‑Profit will be responsible for developing suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures. The role will also advise clients on economic and regulatory risks in a specific industry field of expertise by identifying financial and non‑financial performance measures, formulating, and communicating the audit plan, answering complex questions involving GAAP and GAAS and composing technical consultation memos on engagements related to GAAP / GAAS issues. The individual will be charged with marketing, networking, and business development within an area of expertise while maintaining key client relationships and acting as the primary contact for clients regarding complex questions and information. Additionally, the role will be a critical part of the office/region’s Assurance leadership team and will directly supervise staff on in‑process engagements, problem resolution, and delegation stages of audits.

Responsibilities

• Control Environment & Risk Assessment
  • Apply advanced knowledge to establish or enhance effectiveness of policies and mitigate risks.
  • Validate and assess effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and compliance according to government auditing standards.
  • Identify and communicate findings and recommendations to management and audit committee.
  • Delegate audit functions and supervise audit team, reviewing workpapers and providing on‑the‑job training.
• GAAP & GAAS
  • Apply advanced GAAP knowledge, industry‑specific issues, and Government Auditing Standards to client transactions.
  • Consult clients on new or recently issued accounting pronouncements and alternative applications.
  • Draft complex financial statements and footnote disclosures and document resolutions of complex accounting issues.
  • Use GAAS and GAGAS in performing and supervising work, provide guidance, and communicate required reports to audit committees.
• Methodology & Research
  • Apply BDO standards, policies, and technology to deliver quality services.
  • Conduct detailed reviews, prepare required communications, and recommend outcomes for critical issues.
  • Initiate client acceptance/retention procedures and plan audit processes to meet quality, efficiency, and completeness.
  • Seek authoritative information and draw conclusions, preparing memos and consulting with senior reviewers.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Set tone for teamwork and support others in delivering commitments.
  • Supervise and review work of assurance managers, associates, and senior associates.
  • Act as career advisor, schedule and manage workload, and provide performance feedback.
• Other Duties
  1. Support business development and marketing efforts for the non‑profit group.
  2. Promote BDO client service specialties and manage engagement profitability.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting (required).
• MBA or Masters in Accountancy (preferred).
• Seven (7) years of work experience (required).
• Significant supervisory experience (required).
• CPA license (required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (required).
• Proficiency in assurance applications and research tools (preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong leadership, client relationship, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to research and resolve complex accounting issues, and to manage entire engagements.
• Strong people development and delegation skills.

Salary

NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $140,000 – $165,000.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.