Manager, Assurance + Audit Quality

Accountabilities:

Support the ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the firm's System of Quality Management (SoQM), ensuring alignment with applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the quality risk assessment process by identifying and evaluating potential risks and supporting the design, implementation, and documentation of appropriate responses.
Plan and execute SoQM monitoring activities, including testing the design, implementation, and operating effectiveness of quality controls, evaluating exceptions, and documenting findings and conclusions.
Coordinate monitoring and testing activities across multiple stakeholders, managing assignments, dependencies, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
Provide guidance and oversight to team members, including reviewing their work, coordinating responsibilities, and delivering constructive coaching and feedback.
Evaluate findings from monitoring activities, internal and external inspections, engagement reviews, and other quality-related assessments.
Conduct and facilitate root cause analyses, working with relevant stakeholders to develop, implement, and assess effective remediation plans.
Support the annual evaluation of the SoQM by analyzing deficiencies, remediation efforts, emerging risks, and quality trends, and preparing documentation and reports for leadership.
Analyze audit quality indicators and other relevant data to identify recurring issues, emerging risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Prepare clear and insightful reports, dashboards, presentations, and communications for Professional Standards Group and assurance leadership.
Support internal and external inspection programs, including PCAOB inspections, peer reviews, and internal engagement quality reviews.
Contribute to the development and enhancement of firm-wide policies, procedures, methodologies, tools, templates, and training resources.
Monitor changes in auditing standards and regulatory requirements and assess their potential impact on quality management policies and processes.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; an advanced degree is considered an advantage.
At least 6 years of relevant public accounting experience, including significant exposure to U.S. GAAP.
Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required.
Experience in one or both of the following areas is preferred:
System of Quality Management, audit quality, professional practice, internal inspections, monitoring, remediation, or related quality management activities.
Audits of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) or similar controls-based audit engagements, including testing control design and operating effectiveness, evaluating exceptions, and documenting conclusions.
Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and demonstrated experience applying professional auditing standards in practice.
Familiarity with PCAOB auditing and quality control standards, AICPA quality management standards, and relevant regulatory requirements is preferred.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and evaluate testing results objectively.
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to maintain professional skepticism and objectivity.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, particularly when presenting technical findings and recommendations.
Strong organizational and project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive projects through completion.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgment, take ownership of responsibilities, and escalate significant matters when appropriate.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability and willingness to learn and implement new audit, quality management, and reporting technologies.
Experience with data analysis, dashboard development, reporting, or quality management tools is an advantage.
Ability to travel periodically for firm meetings, inspections, training, and other assurance-related activities.
Flexibility to work additional hours when required by business needs and project deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a professional office or remote working environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on qualifications, relevant experience, education, certifications, and geographic location.
Potential eligibility for additional bonus or incentive compensation, subject to applicable terms and conditions.
Comprehensive employee benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
Opportunities to work with experienced assurance professionals and contribute to firm-wide quality initiatives.
Professional development opportunities through exposure to complex audit quality matters, regulatory standards, and continuous improvement projects.
Collaborative and inclusive working environment that encourages professional growth, diverse perspectives, and deeper expertise.
Commitment to equal employment opportunities, pay equity, and a fair and respectful workplace.
Reasonable accommodations available throughout the recruitment and selection process.