Conflict Checks Manager

UHY International•Michigan - Remote, MI

About The Position

The Conflict Checks Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of UHY’s conflict-checking and entity-independence verification processes, helping engagement teams navigate independence and ethics risks by reviewing, clearing, and escalating conflicts identified by the firm’s conflict-checking system. The role supports client acceptance and engagement processes and helps uphold the firm’s standards of independence and professional ethics. It reports to the Independence and Ethics Compliance Leader of the UHY LLP National Office. The position also contributes to the firm’s system of quality management by supporting the development, review, and monitoring of policies, processes, and controls related to independence and ethics. It works with National Office colleagues, engagement teams, and independence personnel across UHY’s international network. Work may be conducted remotely or in a professional office environment. Travel of 5% to 10% is required for conferences and in-person training or National Office team meetings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
At least 6 years of experience in public accounting or a professional services firm.
At least 2 years of experience working in risk, independence, or compliance.
Demonstrated ability to manage and resolve complex independence or conflict issues.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or team leadership experience.
CPA, CCEP, or similar professional certification.
Experience implementing and maintaining quality standards such as SQMS No. 1, ISQM 1, and QC 1000.
Knowledge of independence rules and standards for the AICPA, PCAOB, SEC, DOL, and GAO.
Familiarity with GASB standards.
Experience with Intapp, Deltek Maconomy, and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

Manage daily conflict checks by reviewing flagged conflicts, researching client relationships, and helping teams assess independence risks before client acceptance.
Evaluate conflict-check submissions, resolve issues where possible, and escalate complex matters to the Independence and Ethics Compliance Leader or Independence Committee as appropriate.
Support the investment audit process by tracking auditee selections, initially evaluating findings, and escalating significant issues for further review.
Monitor independence-related developments from regulatory bodies, including the AICPA, PCAOB, SEC, DOL, and GAO, and assess their impact on firm policies and processes.
Maintain and enhance conflict-monitoring tools and systems, including Intapp and entity-tree management, ensuring accurate setup and integration across platforms.
Respond to independence- and ethics-related inquiries from UHY engagement teams and international network firms by conducting initial analysis and providing preliminary guidance.
Support the development and improvement of firm training on conflict checks and independence, providing feedback based on practical conflict-resolution experience.
Conduct conflict checks for professional services engagements to help ensure compliance and accuracy.
Participate in bimonthly UHY LLP Management Committee meetings and help shape, update, and communicate firm-wide policies.
Develop processes, controls, and monitoring relevant to independence and ethics in support of the firm’s system of quality management.
Partner with UHY LLP National Office colleagues to review and enhance the system of quality management as it pertains to independence and ethics.
Assist with reviewing and performing conflict checks over documentation of processes and controls, including designing effective monitoring controls.
Maintain professional relationships with independence personnel in UHY international network firms to support consistency and responsiveness.
Provide supervisory or team leadership to staff and other resources, as appropriate, during projects and initiatives.