Senior, Risk Advisory Services

BDO USA; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Total Rewards benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BDO USA in the United States seeks a Senior, Risk Advisory Services to provide risk consulting on contract compliance, SOX, internal audit, and business process improvements. The role includes planning, field work, engagement wrap-up, and reporting, with recommendations on client risks and controls.

The Senior will supervise associates, develop deliverables, and manage client relationships, including communicating findings to senior management and drafting comprehensive reports.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience within a public accounting firm or industry environment performing internal audit, consulting or risk services.
• Experience with internal controls including flowcharts, documentation and testing of controls.
• Experience with Internal Audit and Sarbanes Oxley with a focus in entities wide risk assessment.
• Experience performing contract compliance audit, specifically royalties and franchising agreements.
• CPA or CIA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as primary contact for clients regarding basic questions and information.
• Supports planning, field work, engagement wrap up and report composition.
• Documents and analyzes client processes, risks and controls with guidance from senior staff.
• Develops contract summaries with key provisions and financial information.
• Prepares formal and informal presentations for client meetings.
• Implements project plans and maintains engagement documentation.

Skills

Internal audit

Risk assessment

Contract compliance

Client relations

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CIA certification, preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

IDEA

ACL

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior, Risk Advisory Services is responsible for providing risk consulting and issues resolution to clients in the areas of contract compliance, SOX, internal audit business process improvement, information technology, and fraud investigations. In this role, the Senior, Risk Advisory Services will participate in all stages of a contract compliance, internal audit or consulting engagement and provide assistance with planning, field work, engagement wrap up and report composition, along with providing recommendations regarding client economic and legal risks. The Senior will also provide services including examinations for royalties, revenue-sharing, franchise fees, profit participation, production cost and merchandise licensing.

Job Duties

• Acts as primary contact for clients regarding basic questions and information
• Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with clients during 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 and direction from senior Risk Advisory Services professionals
• Reviews client contracts and develops contract summaries, including key provisions and financial information based on type of contract
• Develops initial deliverables and/or solutions to client issues
• Dynamically reassess risk and communicate with senior Risk Advisory Services 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 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 assessment of assigned department or functional area in established / required timeline while oversees staff
• Establishes risk-based audit programs
• Determines scope of review in conjunction with the Engagement Manager
• Documents financial reporting cycles or internal audit area and identifies key controls
• Assess internal control design and operational effectiveness
• Conducts audit testing of specified area 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

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises the day-to-day workload of Risk Advisory Services Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product
• Ensures Risk Advisory Services Associates are trained on all relevant audit software and engagement processes and procedures
• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for Risk Advisory Services Associates
• Acts as mentor to Risk Advisory Services Associates, as appropriate

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, required

Experience

• Two (2) or more years of 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 with a focus in entities wide risk assessment, required
• Experience performing contract compliance audit, specifically royalties and franchising agreements, required

License/Certifications

• CPA or CIA certification, preferred

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, required
• Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools, preferred
• Working knowledge of data analytics software such as IDEA or ACL, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating the stages to perform an audit
• Knowledge of internal accounting controls, professional standards and regulations and systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environmentSuperior 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 a focus on details
• Capable of effective managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
• Travel as needed

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: $85,000 - $100,000
• Colorado Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• Illinois Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• Maryland Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• Massachusetts Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• Minnesota Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• New Jersey Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• Washington Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• Vermont Range: $85,000 - $100,000
• Washington DC Range: $85,000 - $100,000

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