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Job Summary:

The Assurance Experienced Manager, IS Assurance is responsible for leading a team of IS Assurance professionals in the review, documentation, evaluation and testing of information technology processes and controls in a wide range of environments.

Job Duties:

• Documents and tests IT general and application controls for a wide range of software packages and technology platforms
• Prepares audit reports and recommendations associated with IS audit work performed and reviews them with the client and audit team
• Identifies opportunities to utilize computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) and manages the implementation of those techniques, as appropriate
• Participates in the review of internal controls based on Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements
• Communicates to the client areas to improve processes, strengthen controls, mitigate risks, and/or increase efficiency
• Identifies and prioritizes key risks, and assesses their impact and likeliness of occurrence
• Recognizes technical concerns or issues and communicates those concerns with IS Assurance management
• Recognizes and validates relevant technical issues and brings them to the attention of client management
• Manages and reviews the IS audit work on assigned engagements
• Reviews the work product of IS Assurance Staff
• Ensures technology is appropriately integrated into the audit process
• Acts as primary client contact for all questions and issues
• Develops and maintains relationships with client personnel and management
• Conducts client interviews to obtain relevant information
• Oversees controls, tests performed and results 
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises the day-to-day workload of IS Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product 
• Ensures IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates are trained on all relevant IS Assurance software and resources
• Evaluates the performance of IS Assurance 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 IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates
• Acts as mentor to IS Assurance Senior Associates and Associates, as appropriate

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelors' degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required
• Master's in Information Systems or other relevant advanced degree, preferred

Experience:

• More than six (6) years of experience of information systems auditing experience, required 
• More than four (4) years of supervisory experience, required
• Prior experience working within a public accounting or Internal Auditing environment, preferred
• Prior experience performing IT general controls and application control reviews, preferred
• Prior experience performing SAS70 (now SOC) engagements, preferred

License/Certifications:

• CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification, required

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
• Exposure to various industry ERP applications, highly preferred 
• Exposure to operating systems (e.g., UNIX, OS400, LINUX); and databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL), preferred

Language:

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and basic research skills 
• Solid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Capable of effective managing a team of professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
• Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
• Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
• Advanced knowledge of internal controls
• Ability to travel up to 30%

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:  $130,000 - $160,000
Illinois Range:  $100,000 - $120,000
Massachusetts Range: $135,000 - $145,000
New Jersey Range: $135,000 - $145,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $127,000 - $160,000
Washington DC Range: $120,000 - $130,000
 

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you'll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. 

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

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• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
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