Managing Director, Risk Advisory Services

Job Summary:

The Managing Director within the Risk Advisory Services practice, with a focus on Securitization and Structured Products will work under the direction of a Principal and is responsible for managing, executing, and growing the Structured Products group. Transactions may include Auto, RMBS, Timeshare, Insurance, Airline, Oil & Gas, Whole Business Securitizations, Solar, Financial and CLOs. The primary work will consist of Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) reports which include ABS (cash flow modeling for new ABS issuances, Loan Tape File Reviews, Circle Up Procedures of 10ks, 10Qs, Investor Presentations, Term Sheets and Offering Memorandum) and CLOs (Payment Date Verification, Effective Date Reporting, Cash Flow Modeling). The RAS Managing Director is also responsible for developing new business with existing clients and prospects of the Firm, including the identification of target companies. The RAS Managing Director is responsible for managing all aspects of client pursuits and advises the practice Principal through all phases of the client proposal process.

Job Duties:

• Acts as a high level contact for clients regarding all questions and information, including progress, challenges encountered, and issues identified
• Conducts informational interviews and facilitates meetings with client management members during engagement process, as needed
• Works closely with the Engagement Principal to ensure effective communication of control gaps and suggested improvements to processes, controls and overall risk management to client Audit Committee and management
• Ensures that the client service team appropriately analyzes client's processes, risk, and controls
• Ensures that the client service team provides exceptional client service and develops advanced level deliverables and/or solutions to client issues
• Oversees the development of risk-based audit plans and ensures the development of efficient and effective project plans
• Reviews and approves engagement budgets and identifies opportunities to improve engagement efficiencies, where possible
• Ensures the timely execution of practice administration to include but is not limited to time entry, client contract administration, preparation of periodic and timely billings, collections and ensures timely adjustments to engagement realization, as needed
• Directs multiple client engagements and underlying economics to ensure engagement metrics are achieved
• Identifies and informs managers and staff to utilize all available research aids (as practical), including databases and trade publications, to develop understanding of client's industry
• Identifies, grows and maintains strategic relationships with client personnel, including members of client management
• Oversees the preparation of formal and informal presentations for client meetings
• Collaborates with RAS Principals and other practice leaders to service clients, expand our presence in the marketplace, and bring the best solutions to our clients and prospects
• Identifies new business opportunities to expand the Risk Advisory Services practice and communicates such opportunities to his/her practice Principal
• Works closely with the practice Principal to manage marketing and business development activities within practice
• Oversees the development of draft proposals and reports, and completes research, as needed
• Develops thought leadership for the RAS practice by developing whitepapers and presentations on topics relevant to clients and the profession
• Works closely with RAS leadership to refresh marketing materials and website content, as needed
• Fosters a positive demeanor, learning attitude and client service mentality with managers, seniors and staff
• Travels up to 75% of the time, as needed
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises the workload of RAS Managers as well as Senior Associates and Associates (when necessary) on assigned engagements and reviews work product
• Ensures RAS Managers, Senior Associates and Associates are trained on all relevant software
• Evaluates the performance of RAS Managers, Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development
• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for RAS Senior Associates and Associates in accordance with Firm guidance
• Acts as mentor to RAS Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates, as appropriate
• Acts as a leader and projects a professional, positive attitude toward client and firm personnel

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Business Intelligence, required
• MBA or other relevant advanced degree, preferred

Experience:

• Ten (10) years of experience within a public accounting firm or financial institution, required
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience, required
• Experience as a Subject Matter Expert in AUP and CLOs, required
• Experience in client marketing and successfully managing multiple client pursuits and proposal efforts, required
• Experience performing transactions within the auto, insurance, oil & gas, financial, solar, airline, or timeshare industries, preferred

License/Certifications:

• Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) certification, preferred

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, required
• Experience with ACL and/or IDEA, and MS Access, preferred
• Experience in the use of various assurance applications and research tools, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Solid understanding and experience planning and coordinating all stages of an internal audit
• Knowledge of internal accounting controls and professional standards and regulations
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing
• Able to adapt style and messaging to effectively communicate with professionals at all levels both within the client organization and the firm
• Able to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment
• Able to collaborate with Principals and managers within other service lines and industries, as well as RAS leaders
• Recognition as a though leader with respect to the topics of governance, risk and control
• Superior analytical and diagnostic skills and ability to break down complex issues and implementing appropriate resolutions
• Capable of working in a demanding, deadline driven environment with a focus on details and accuracy
• Solid project management skills
• Solid US GAAP and GAAS knowledge and familiarity with SEC and PCAOB reporting rules
• Knowledge of IFRS
• Solid grasp of general IT control concepts
• Excellent people development and delegation skills, including training/instruction and engagement scheduling and budgeting
• Executive presence to act as primary contact for clients while preparing and presenting to clients and potential clients
• Capable of resolving complex business issues
• Able to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel