Risk Advisory Services Partner

Cherry Bekaert

1d • Remote

About The Position

Risk Advisory Services (RAS) Partner Cherry Bekaert is a top-ranked national firm providing assurance, tax, and advisory services for over 75 years. We are proud to foster an environment focused on enabling your career growth and continuous professional development. We serve clients across industries and geographies with a forward-thinking, collaborative approach. Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team is expanding rapidly, and we’re seeking a dynamic, market-facing Partner to drive growth, client impact, and innovation. We’re seeking a dynamic Risk Advisory Partner with deep financial services experience, including Community Banks and Credit Unions. This role is ideal for a partner-level professional who combines delivery leadership with strong go-to-market capabilities. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and scaling our $15M+ RAS practice, with a balanced focus on client service, solution delivery, and revenue generation through both existing relationships and new market opportunities. The RAS Partner will have the opportunity to work remotely from the contiguous United States.

Requirements

• Proven success in a partner-level role with a strong track record of business development and client delivery in Risk Advisory.
• Financial Services industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of risk and compliance across multiple industries (e.g., financial services, healthcare, tech, public sector).
• 15+ years of experience, including 10+ in a consulting or public accounting environment.
• Strong executive presence, communication skills, and ability to influence at all levels.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar credentials preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with digital risk solutions, automation, and shared services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of go-to-market strategies across key industries and geographies, particularly in the tristate area.
• Identify emerging client needs and align RAS offerings to meet them.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering high-impact risk solutions.
• Drive expansion within existing accounts and lead pursuits for new business opportunities.
• Own and exceed growth targets through proactive business development, strategic partnerships, and collaboration with Assurance, Tax, and Advisory teams.
• Champion the evolution of RAS offerings, including Internal Audit, Risk Management, ESG, Regulatory Compliance, and Risk Analytics.
• Leverage technology to enhance delivery and scale.
• Partner with RAS leadership to align resources, develop talent, and ensure high-quality delivery.
• Mentor emerging leaders and foster a high-performance culture.
• Work closely with Market and Industry Leaders to align RAS strategies with broader firm priorities.
• Represent RAS in firmwide initiatives and external forums.

Benefits

• Entrepreneurial environment focused on professional development, career advancement, and performance and rewards opportunities.
• Supportive partnership group with a “one firm” mentality and a commitment to colleagues’ success.
• Big firm resources and bench strength; small firm flexibility and openness to new ideas.
• Defined metrics and targets that eliminate ambiguity.
• Flexible work arrangements with generous PTO, including a firmwide week off for the 4th of July.
• Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed