Manager, Assurance Risk Management

BDO USA, P.C. • Chicago, IL

4d • $100,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The Assurance Risk Management Manager manages key risk management, compliance, and quality management activities that support audit quality and consistent application of professional standards, regulatory requirements, and firm policies. The Manager independently executes assigned processes and projects, provides practical guidance to assurance practitioners, and identifies matters requiring escalation.

The role researches technical requirements and translates them into practical guidance; manages and monitors compliance activities and Risk Management processes, including applicable SoQM controls; and develops and maintains policies, guidance, tools, learning content, and process documentation. It also executes assigned system requirements, testing, and enhancements, manages projects and recurring responsibilities, applies professional judgment to Risk Management matters, and identifies opportunities to improve process efficiency and consistency.

The position supports teamwork by helping others with their work and delivering on commitments. BDO describes its culture as focused on strong relationships, care, curiosity, growth, and meaningful work. The firm also values using generative and agentic AI to develop work products, improve workflows, and identify risks, with professional judgment applied to validate AI-generated outputs. BDO is an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) company, and the ESOP is described as part of its compensation and Total Rewards offerings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Six or more years of experience in public accounting required.
• Prior audit experience with public and non-public entities required.
• Active licensed US CPA, recognized active International Equivalent, or unique qualification as defined by BDO’s Assurance Licensing Policy required.
• If holding an active international equivalent or unique qualification, obtain an active US CPA license within the approved timeframe under firm licensing guidelines.
• Good working knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
• Advanced GAAP and GAAS knowledge.
• Sound working knowledge of SEC and PCAOB rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal personnel.
• Ability to make decisions and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree focused in Accounting preferred.
• MBA or Master’s in accountancy preferred.
• Experience using assurance applications and research tools appropriate for this level preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office products, including Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze technical requirements and translate professional standards, regulatory requirements, and firm policies into practical guidance for assurance practitioners.
• Manage and monitor compliance activities and Risk Management processes, including applicable SoQM controls and regulatory and firm requirements.
• Develop and maintain Risk Management policies, guidance, tools, learning content, and process documentation.
• Execute assigned system requirements, testing, and enhancements, including documenting requirements, developing test scenarios, performing testing, and identifying issues or needed changes.
• Apply professional judgment to Risk Management matters, independently address routine matters, and escalate more complex or significant issues.
• Manage assigned projects and recurring responsibilities and identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and consistency of Risk Management processes.
• Support others in their work and deliver on commitments made.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• ESOP participation through beneficial ownership in the firm.
• Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings; benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager