Job Description

Job Summary:

The Assurance 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 Assurance 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
Assesses 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

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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
One (1) or more years of prior supervisory experience, preferred

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 environment
Superior 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