Director of Assurance & Risk Strategy

BDO USA, Llp; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, P.A. seeks an Executive level Assurance Risk Management Director to lead risk management, compliance, and quality programs across major initiatives.

This role partners across functions to implement policies and enhancements within BDOAdvantage and other technology tools. Key responsibilities include directing risk management system requirements, testing, and policy interpretation, as well as overseeing SoQM and compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; MBA preferred.
• Active US CPA or international equivalent required; licensure expected to obtain US CPA within defined timeframe.
• Ten+ years in public accounting with audit experience required.

Responsibilities

• Leads risk management programs and initiatives, coordinating priorities and implementation.
• Leads requirements gathering, testing, and enhancements for risk management systems and BDOAdvantage.
• Interprets standards and policies to provide risk-based recommendations for complex matters.
• Oversees risk management policies, guidance, and processes for consistent application.
• Oversees SoQM and compliance activities including controls, documentation, monitoring, and remediation.
• Drives continuous improvement through process enhancements, technology, and coaching.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Audit experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Relationship building

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

MBA or Master’s in accountancy

Active US CPA license or international equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Assurance applications & research tools

Job description

BDO USA, P.A. seeks an Executive level Assurance Risk Management Director to lead risk management, compliance, and quality programs across major initiatives.

This role partners across functions to implement policies and enhancements within BDOAdvantage and other technology tools. Key responsibilities include directing risk management system requirements, testing, and policy interpretation, as well as overseeing SoQM and compliance activities.