Senior Associate, RAS Analytics and Innovation
About The Position
The Risk Advisory Services (RAS) Analytics and Innovation Senior Associate provides hands-on technology support for Regulatory Compliance and Internal Audit client engagements, as well as internal Innovation initiatives. The role combines knowledge of Regulatory Compliance processes, including SOX 404 and Internal Audit, with digital tools such as data analytics and automation. It identifies process improvements and develops digital solutions that support operational audits, risk assessments, control testing, and continuous monitoring, helping clients gain data-driven insights into emerging risks. The Senior Associate also supports tactical execution of RAS Innovation initiatives, working with Innovation team members and local RAS teams to develop digital risk solutions using data analytics, automation, and other emerging technologies. The position supervises and mentors Associates on assigned engagements, reviews their work, and serves as a primary client contact. Travel may be required as needed. BDO describes its purpose as helping people thrive and emphasizes values including putting people first, excellence, embracing change, knowledge, and accountability. The firm provides assurance, tax, and advisory services and describes its ESOP as offering participants beneficial ownership and an opportunity to share in the firm’s success. Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management Information Systems.
- Two or more years of combined Data Analytics, Risk & Regulatory, and Innovation-related experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience using Microsoft Power BI and Tableau.
- Experience using workflow automation tools such as Alteryx.
- Strong business acumen and ability to understand and communicate BDO’s business, marketplace, and value proposition.
- Ability to resolve complex functional problems independently and collaboratively.
- Strategic and creative judgment.
- Ability to organize and collaborate with individuals at all levels, navigate a heavily matrixed organization, and work effectively in a team or independently.
- Strong analytical skills in developing tracking and measurement processes.
- Excellent project management, execution, attention to detail, quality, and customer service skills.
- Strong writing and editing skills, including developing impactful sales messages.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting and facilitating.
- Ability to manage change thoughtfully and positively in a matrix environment.
- Ability to travel as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in accounting, financial consulting, business advisory, and/or professional services.
- Experience with Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools such as Workiva and Optro.
- Experience in one or more of Data Analytics and Visualization, RPA and Workflow Automation, Database Development, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, or Machine Learning.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
- Experience using RPA tools such as Microsoft Power Automate or UiPath.
- Experience developing web applications in Microsoft Power Platform or PowerApps.
- Experience using Python, Power Pivot, SQL, Tableau, and similar analytics and visualization tools.
- Desire to develop leadership skills, including relationship management, teaming, coaching, facilitation, and decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Support a team that drives client discussions to identify process improvement opportunities in Compliance and Internal Audit processes.
- Design and develop digital solutions using data analytics and automation technology.
- Participate in reviewing and designing internal controls over financial reporting based on Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements.
- Use analytics to technology-enable operational and business audits.
- Use workflow automation technology to automate SOX control execution and testing procedures.
- Identify key risks and use analytics to assess their impact and likelihood of occurrence.
- Prepare formal and informal presentations for client meetings.
- Act as the primary client contact for questions and issues.
- Develop and maintain relationships with junior client personnel.
- Administer project plans for client engagements.
- Maintain solution development lifecycle plans.
- Adapt quickly to new digital tools.
- Supervise the day-to-day workload of Risk Advisory Services Associates on assigned engagements and review their work product.
- Mentor Risk Advisory Services Associates, as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- ESOP beneficial ownership and opportunity to participate in the firm’s success.
- Comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
