RAAS Manager

Within the scope of assigned operational/financial projects, the below responsibilities should be performed with minimal guidance:

• • Manage, supervise and/or perform reviews and evaluations of any and all operations and activities to assess:  A) The reliability and integrity of internal controls over financial reporting, including authorization of transactions and safeguarding of assets.  B) Compliance with policies, laws, and regulations which could have significant impact upon operations.  C) The effectiveness and efficiency of operations. Develop the planning and scoping for complex reviews to ensure appropriate audit coverage.                               
  • Perform walkthroughs to develop understanding of complex processes & controls, identify areas of risk and develop tests accordingly.   
  • Perform testing, data analysis and benchmarking, as appropriate, to assess controls. 
  • Identify issues/opportunities to improve operations and the related root cause and impact.   
  • Conclude on the adequacy of management’s processes and internal controls to mitigate risk.     
  • Prepare succinct, accurate, and compelling reporting to effectively communicate audit results.
  • Lead effective meetings and present to senior management on issue/opportunities identified. 
  • Partner with management to develop appropriate action plans impacting tactical and strategic changes to the organization. 
  • Effectively manage project progress and status, including budget/milestone tracking and reporting.   
  • Follow up and report on the implementation status of management’s action plans. 
  • Review the adequacy of internal controls surrounding all material incidents of improprieties or alleged improprieties as requested
  • Provide input to the development of the annual audit plan for the respective operating company based on the annual risk assessment that addresses the key areas of risk/opportunity within the company.
• All while developing and maintaining an effective, trusted, partnership relationship with Senior management and adhering to RAAS department policies and procedures, including ensuring consistency and completeness of working paper documentation and compliance with IIA standards. 
• Support other department objectives including assisting with internal forensic investigations as assigned and assisting with the Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance program.
• Undertake relevant training, networking and studies as required to ensure continuing professional development.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/business preferred
• Master’s degree a plus
• CPA or CIA preferred (or in progress)
• 6+ relevant experience with a Big Four, management consulting firm or experience working in a highly matrixed environment (excluding internship)   
• 6+ years of work experience in Big Four, Large/Complex Internal Audit Department, and/or management consulting firm preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Experience: 

• Integrity, objectivity, and a high degree of professionalism.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to interface well with all levels of management.
• Ability to build relationships while asking tough questions. 
• Strong project management, time management and organizational skills. 
• Personal initiative, resourcefulness, and professional enthusiasm.   
• Good background/experience with audit methodologies and techniques. 
• Prior success conducting external and/or internal audits. 
• The success of the individual will also be determined by their dedication, service-ethic, and ability to work as an effective team member.

Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. May need to stand for long periods of time.

Travel: Less than 25%