Experienced Senior, Global Statutory Audit

Job Overview This position supports an exciting and growing business line with our BDO Assurance practice that helps clients with their statutory audit compliance worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with assurance experience who want to develop or further build a global mindset and professional international exposure. The role can be performed remotely and has the potential for travel. The team focuses on delivering international statutory audits for large, complex organizations, who operate cross-border and often have a shared service center model, thereby also making this a great role in which to improve project management, communication, and people skills. Job Duties Oversee the planning, execution, and finalization of all areas of the audit assignment, for Manager or Partner review, seeking input for areas of concern and judgement. Takes primary responsibility for monitoring progress against budget, promptly communicating overruns to the manager and identifying potential additional billings. Identifies risk matters and raises with a Manager and/or Partner, while exercising judgment within agreed parameters. Actively engages with clients at senior levels to build rapport, gain an understanding of their business, and ensure the efficient execution of the audit. Apply project management skillset to track and manage global engagements against milestones and deadlines, communicating with international member firms as required. Ensures compliance with internal (audit methodology and risk management) and external (regulatory) requirements, including but not limited to GAAP, professional standards, and BDO standards that guide effective and efficient delivery of quality services and products. Apply a broad understanding of objectives and components of the overall control environment and organization, and supervisory controls: Validate and assess effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. Identify and communicate to manager and/or partner suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures. Identify and delegate functions of the audit to the audit staff as deemed appropriate. Provide on-the-job training to the engagement staff during audit field work. Travel, as needed. Other duties as required. Supervisory Responsibilities Provides verbal and written performance feedback to approximately three to seven Assurance Associates. Supervises the work assignments of Assurance Associates within assigned engagement team. Coaches and develops staff within teams, on client premises and in the office. Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, required. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating the audit of a basic public and/or private company. Ability to work in a demanding, deadline-driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels. Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment. Superior analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutions. Solid project management skills. Experience Two (2) or more years of experience supervising and coaching associate team members of staff on site, required. Three (3) or more years of experience testing systems and controls, required. Two (2) or more years of project management, required. Prior experience applying a working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, required. Prior experience applying a working knowledge of International GAAS, IFRS, and Financial Reporting requirements, preferred. Two (2) or more years of experience working on international engagements, preferred. License(s)/Certification(s) Licensed CPA or actively pursuing completion of CPA licensing, required. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, preferred. Software Three (3) or more years of experience in the use of various assurance applications and research tools as is appropriate for this level, required. Three (3) or more years of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, required. Languages Fluent (speak, read, write) in one or more additional languages, preferred. Salary National Range: $85,500 - $102,500 Maryland Range: $85,500 - $102,500 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $85,500 - $102,500 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr BDO USA