Special Adviser/Board Adviser (CPA)

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)•Washington, DC

52d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) has full-time positions including a Special Adviser and several Board Advisers at its Washington, DC headquarters. The Special Adviser advises the Chairman on matters that come before the Board. The Board Advisers advise respective Board Members on matters that come before the Board. These roles require professional candidates with advanced skills in writing, research, and communications who are willing to assume a wide range of responsibilities and are able to work both independently and in a team environment. We are seeking seasoned candidates that thrive in a professional environment and exhibit the skills to collaborate and achieve actionable results with others, while maintaining the strictest confidence. The Special Adviser and Board Adviser roles are at-will employees whose terms of employment are tied to the PCAOB Chairman or Board Member’s term of service, as outlined below: Board Chairman – October 24, 2030 Board Member – October 24, 2029 Board Member – October 24, 2028 Board Member – October 24, 2027 Board Member – October 24, 2026 (term may be extended)

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and substantial relevant public company auditing experience
Current CPA license required
Minimum of 12+ years of recent and practical public company auditing experience
Superior technical abilities, regulatory knowledge, and verbal communications skills
Excellent technical and speech writing and editing skills, including the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise, and accessible manner and draft executive level briefings and communications
High degree of professional ethics and integrity
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook applications
Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, co-workers, and external parties
Detail oriented with solid time-management, organization, and prioritization skills
Professional demeanor, ability to handle confidential matters with professionalism and discretion
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity, work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and demonstrate agility
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to exercise excellent judgment
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Nice To Haves

Public policy and/or regulatory experience
Interest in technology and experience with artificial intelligence and data analytics

Responsibilities

Review, analyze, and advise on all matters that come before the Board for decision, including proposed auditing standards; enforcement matters presented to the Board for action or on appeal; registration applications; proposed inspection reports; and other public reports and guidance regarding PCAOB activities and recommendations regarding international collaboration.
Provide policy advice to assist in the development of positions.
Collaborate with PCAOB Staff, international colleagues, and audit firm representatives in support of PCAOB leadership and working group roles within the International Forum of Independent Audit Regulators.
Monitor and research select topics and media coverage related to the mission of the PCAOB (e.g. international audit oversight, audit related public policy, etc.).
Determine best practices and how to improve internal processes.
Prepare written documents that contain sophisticated analyses and discussions of competing policy necessary for informed judgment on the issues before the Board.
Keep abreast of SEC, industry and other self-regulatory organization initiatives and develop and maintain strong working relationships with SEC staff and other regulators.
Create associations of trust and respect with key stakeholders.
Compose and edit correspondence, speeches, reports, and external publications dealing with issues or subject matters affecting the PCAOB in ways that require considerable sensitivity, discretion, judgment, and negotiation.
Attend and speak at conferences and meetings on areas of subject matter expertise.
Plan and coordinate logistics and communications for conferences and events.
Perform executive level administrative support as needed.

Benefits

Compensation – We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation programs and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range, based on data-driven market analysis, for each job posting. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role in Washington, DC (Headquarters) is $267,800/year - $400,000/year. Team members may also be eligible for performance-based discretionary awards.
Work Location – Staff will be assigned to the Washington, DC (Headquarters) office or another office as approved by the PCAOB.
Generous paid time off – Up to 6 weeks annually, in addition to 12 federal holidays, and 2 floating holidays and a year-end break December 28 – 31, 2026.
Highly competitive 401(k) match and savings options – Immediate vesting and contributions matched dollar for dollar, up to 7 percent of eligible compensation. Roth in-plan conversion available.
Comprehensive and competitive health benefit offerings – Medical, dental, and vision plans
Supportive paid family leave benefits – Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and up to 16 weeks paid caregiver leave
Life insurance benefits – Basic life and AD&D insurance provided; supplemental insurance also available
Education benefits – PCAOB staff qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We also offer student loan repayment assistance, staff college tuition assistance, and college coach program support.
Well-being and family resources – Mental health and well-being resources, paid volunteer time, emergency child/adult dependent back-up care services, family-forming assistance, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program (EAP), health advocate program, and more
Commuter benefits – Tax-free employer subsidy and pretax employee deductions