Experienced Senior, Global Statutory Audit

Senior Auditor This position supports an exciting and growing business line with our BDO Assurance practice that helps clients with their statutory audit compliance throughout the world. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with assurance experience who want to develop or further build a global mindset and professional international exposure. This 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. This role is responsible for leading the audit execution in a senior auditor capacity, working directly with client personnel under manager supervision. Job Duties: Oversees 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 Applies 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, included but not limited to understanding, applying, documenting, and communicating generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), professional standards, and BDO standards that guide effective and efficient delivery of quality services and products Applies a broad understanding of objectives and components of the overall control environment and organization, and supervisory controls: Validates and assesses effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting Identifies and communicates to manager and/or partner suggestions to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures Identifies and delegates functions of the audit to the audit staff as deemed appropriate Provides 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 Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, required 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 Language(s): Fluent (speak, read, write) in one or more additional languages, preferred Other 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 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 and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutions Solid project management skills 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. National Range: $85,500 - $102,500 Maryland Range: $85,500 - $102,500 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $85,500 - $102,500 #J-18808-Ljbffr BDO USA