IT Director, Risk Advisory Services

Risk Advisory Services Assurance Director

Working under the authority of a Principal, the Assurance Director, Risk Advisory Services is responsible for overseeing and delivering risk advisory services around Information Technology (IT) related activities such as Internal Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley, System Development Lifecycle and Implementation Reviews, Cyber-Security Reviews, Business Resumption / Disaster Recovery Planning, Information Technology General Controls (ITGC), Application Level IT Controls, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence / Automation, and Data Governance among other common IT related services. Additionally, the Assurance Director, Risk Advisory Services is charged with overseeing all aspects of an internal audit, SOX or consulting engagement to include planning, field work, engagement wrap up and report composition, along with providing recommendations regarding client risks. In this role, the Assurance Director, Risk Advisory Services is charged with managing a team of professionals through all stages of internal audit or consulting engagements to include planning, field work, engagement wrap up and report composition, along with providing recommendations regarding engagement economics and legal risks to the Firm. The Director is responsible for ensuring exceptional client service and high-quality engagement deliverables. The Director is also responsible for developing new business with existing clients and prospects of the Firm, including the identification of target companies. The Director also supports the practice Principal with all aspects of client pursuits, including all phases of the client proposal process. The Director is responsible for all aspects of practice administration including time entry, client contract administration, billings, collections, and adjustments to engagement realization when needed.

Oversees the documentation and testing of application and automated controls on a wide range of software application packages

Acts as a high-level contact for clients regarding all questions and information, including progress, challenges encountered, and issues identified

Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with client management members during engagement process, as needed

Works closely with the Engagement Partner to ensure effective communication of control gaps and suggested improvements to processes, controls and overall risk management to client Audit Committee and management

Ensures that the client service team appropriately analyze client's processes, risks, and controls

Ensures that the client service team provides exceptional client service and develops advanced level deliverables and / or solutions to client issues

Oversees the development of risk-based audit plans as well as ensures the development of efficient and effective project plans

Reviews, approves, and seeks Partner approval of engagement budgets and identifies opportunities to improve engagement efficiencies

Ensures the preparation of periodic and timely billings, collections and makes timely recommendations to the engagement Partner of adjustments to engagement realization, as needed

Leads assigned client engagements and underlying economics to ensure engagement metrics are achieved

Identifies and informs managers and staff to utilize all available research aids (as practical), including databases and trade publications, to develop understanding of client's industry

Identifies, grows, and maintains strategic relationships with client personnel, including members of client management

Prepares formal and informal presentations for client meetings and seeks Partner review and approval of presentations prior to delivery

Collaborates with both RAS and other practice partners to bring the best solutions to our clients and prospects and thus expand our presence in the marketplace

Identifies new business opportunities to expand the Risk Advisory Services practice and communicates such opportunities to his / her practice partner

Works directly with the Partner to develop draft proposals and reports, and completes research, as needed

Works under the supervision of the practice partner to manage marketing and business development activities within practice, including but not limited to refreshing marketing materials and website content, as needed

Develops thought leadership for the RAS practice under the direction of the Partner by developing whitepapers and presentations on topics relevant to clients and the profession

Fosters a positive demeanor, learning attitude and client service mentality with managers, seniors, and staff

Ability to travel 20% of the time

Other duties as required

Supervises the workload of Sr. Managers, Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates, as needed, on assigned engagements and reviews work product

Ensures Sr. Managers, Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates are trained on all relevant software

Evaluates the performance of Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development

Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates in accordance with Firm guidance

Acts as mentor to Managers, Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates, as appropriate

Acts as a leader and projects a professional, positive attitude toward client and firm personnel

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Business Intelligence, required

MBA or other advanced degree, preferred

A minimum of ten (10) years of experience with a public accounting firm or Fortune 1000 company performing Risk Assessments, internal audits, Sarbanes-Oxley Readiness services, internal control assessments, management consulting as a Financial, Operational, or Information Technology Subject Matter Expert, required

Experience performing audits within a public accounting environment, required

Experience performing audits of industries such as manufacturing, retail, distribution, energy, etc., required

Significant supervisory experience, required

Experience performing process, systems, application controls reviews, required

Experience with internal controls including process control design, preparation of flowcharts & control matrices, documentation and testing of controls, and identification and reporting of control "gaps," required

Experience conducting audit planning, developing audit programs, performing testing, preparing work papers, and drafting audit reports, required

Experience in client marketing to include but is not limited experience successfully managing multiple client pursuits and proposal efforts, preferred

Certificate of Internal Auditor ("CIA"), Certified Public Accountant ("CPA"), Certified Information System Auditor ("CISA"), or equivalent certifications, required

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, required

Experience with PowerBI, Tableau, ACL and / or IDEA, and MS Access, preferred

Proficient in the use of various assurance applications and research tools as is appropriate for this level, preferred

Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating all stages of an internal audit

Knowledge of internal accounting controls and professional standards and regulations

Superior verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing

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

Recognition as a though leader with respect to the topics of governance, risk, and control

Superior analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutions

Capability to work in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy

Ability to collaborate with partners and managers within other service lines and industries, as well as RAS leaders

Solid project management skills

Solid grasp of general IT control concepts

Excellent people development and delegation skills, including training / instruction and engagement scheduling and budgeting

Executive presence to act as primary contact for clients while preparing and presenting to clients and potential clients

Ability to resolve complex business issues

Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel

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 : $190,000 - $235,000

Colorado Range : $190,000 - $235,000

Illinois Range : $190,000 - $235,000

Maryland Range : $190,000 - $235,000

Minnesota Range : $190,000 - $235,000

NYC / Long Island / Westchester Range : $190,000 - $235,000

Washington Range : $190,000 - $235,000

Washington DC Range : $190,000 - $235,000