Risk & Advisory Services Controls assurance Senior Manager - London

at  BDO

BDO LLP is an accountancy and business advisory firm, we provide integrated advice and solutions to help businesses navigate a changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy.
We share our clients’ ambitions and their entrepreneurial mind-set. We have the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise to help them succeed.
BDO LLP operates in 17 locations across the UK, employing 5,000 people offering tax, audit and assurance, and a range of advisory services. BDO LLP has revenues of £590m and is the UK member firm of the BDO International network. The BDO global network provides business advisory services in 162 countries, with 80,000 people working out of 1,500 offices worldwide. It has revenues of $9bn.

REQUIREMENTS

Educated up to degree level or CTS
Previous practice experience (>7 years)
Significant understanding of controls and their application in the workplace (design, sufficiency, operating effectiveness, deficiencies and recommendations)
Preferable knowledge and understanding of assurance reporting standards including ISAE 3402, ISAE 3000 and SSAE 18, SOC 2 from scoping through to Type I & II reporting.
Understanding of and experience of Sarbanes Oxley engagements
A sound knowledge and practical experience of IT General Controls (ITGC)
Experience of scoping and facilitating controls optimisation exercises
Ability to manage people as well as work independently
Significant experience of simultaneously driving multiple engagements to a successful outcome
Strong networking skills and ability to develop strong rapports with clients bringing in the wider firm
Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
Able to work under pressure with accuracy and focus
Ability to Manage and develop staff i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc.
Proven record of working with senior management.
Our Agency Policy
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Act as lead on a range of clients ranging from start ups to large listed clients. The expectation is that on large assignments this role will be supported by one (or more) Managers. Overall responsibility for each assignment will be retained by the Partner.
Responsible for leading and directing all aspects of the services delivered.
People management responsibilities covering resource planning and allocation, performance management, training and recommendations for promotion. Act as a mentor to team members and provide coaching with a view to assisting them to achieve their personal career goals. Act as a role model for Manager level.
Responsible for maximising profitability from a portfolio of clients.
Liaison with central departments on risk management, technical and other matters.
Take part in wider practice management at local level.
Support Partners in group sales and marketing activity, including playing a leading role in client pitch teams, attendance at group networking, and other marketing events as appropriate.
Contribute to development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity. This will include winning work by targeting new clients.
Support Partners with the implementation and communication of any new business strategy for existing clients, target clients and the internal business.
Participate in Key Account Management.
Develop specialist knowledge of a sector and/or technical area, and/or commercial area.
Engage with clients more directly on technical and audit judgement decisions