Job Title: Manager
Job Designation: Manager
Location: Gurugram
Department: Advisory
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 7-10 Years
About BDO EDGE:-
BDO EDGE India Private Limited is an entity, based in India created through a strategic partnership among BDO member firms: in India, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. It operates independently within the BDO network of accounting and advisory firms, enhancing their combined
capabilities and resources.
BDO EDGE (Exceptional Delivery for Global Enterprises) delivers tax, assurance, accounting, outsourcing, advisory, and technology-driven services through highly skilled professionals in India to BDO network firms, their alliance programmes and any other certified public accounting firms (CPA firms).
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Manager to join our Advisory Department. This role involves overseeing advisory engagements, managing client relationships, leading teams, and providing strategic business insights. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring high-quality service delivery, developing client solutions, and driving business growth.
Job Description:
Internal Audits & SOX Compliance
- Conduct business process controls testing for Internal Audits (IA) and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) 302, 404 audits to evaluate design and operating effectiveness.
- Apply experience and understanding in business process controls testing, covering process cycles such as Purchase to Payables, Revenue & Receivables, Financial Statement Close, Equity, Inventory, Payroll & Human Resources, Treasury, Investments, and Entity Level processes.
- Perform third-party reporting, such as SOC1.
- Maintain all documentation and work papers associated with engagements.
Documentation & Analysis
- Document and analyze the client's processes, risks, and controls with guidance and direction from senior Risk Advisory Services (RAS) professionals.
- Dynamically reassess risk and communicate with senior RAS professionals and/or clients, as necessary.
- Utilize research tools, databases, and trade publications to develop an understanding of the client's industry.
- Develop initial deliverables and/or solutions to client issues.
Risk Assessment & Audit Programs
- Conduct risk assessments of assigned departments or functional areas within established/required timelines while overseeing staff.
- Establish risk-based audit programs and determine the scope of review in conjunction with the Engagement Manager.
- Conduct audit testing of specified areas and identify reportable issues and dimensions of risk.
- Determine compliance with appropriate legislation and/or audit policies and procedures.
Interaction & Communication
- Act as the primary contact for BDO EDGE regarding basic questions and information.
- Conduct informational interviews and facilitate meetings during the engagement process.
- Obtain information, documents, and data from clients to support the completion of analysis and research of issues.
- Develop relationships with onshore team personnel and management members.
- Prepare formal and informal presentations for meetings.
- Communicate findings to senior management and draft comprehensive reports of audited areas.
Engagement Management
- Assist with the management of the engagement to ensure engagement metrics are achieved.
- Clearly identify expectations at the engagement beginning and communicate status to onshore team in line with engagement expectations.
- Implement project plans and maintain all documentation and work papers associated with client engagements.
- Partner with RAS leadership to complete research and draft proposals and reports, as necessary.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Supervise the day-to-day workload of RAS subordinates up to Senior Associates level on assigned engagements and review work products.
- Ensure RAS subordinates are trained on all relevant audit software and engagement processes and procedures.
- Delivers holistic feedback to others and advisees about their performance and career growth.
- Act as a mentor to RAS subordinates and coach them to help developing their careers.
Managing Workflow and Driving Results
- Manage workload to ensure an equitable level assignment of work and remain responsive to the queries and concerns of team members.
- Collaborate with Manager to follow-up on assignments and hold others accountable for their internal deadlines and administrative responsibilities.
- Lead by example, acting as a model for the firm’s core values.
- Get actively involved in practice matters such as recruitment, staff learning and development, scheduling, and retention.
- Identify additional integration opportunities and work with engagement manager to increase the BDO EDGE integration percentage.
- Stay updated with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in risk advisory services.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- CA/ACCA/CIA or other relevant certification preferred or working towards
- Strong expertise in financial analysis, business strategy, and risk management.
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead cross-functional teams.
- Extensive experience in client management and business development.
Experience:
- 7 to 10 years of financial experience within a public accounting firm or industry environment performing internal audit, consulting, or risk services required.
- Prior experience with internal controls including flowcharts, documentation and testing of controls required.
- Experience with Internal Audit and Sarbanes Oxley with a focus in entities wide risk assessment required
- Ensure company compliance with Internal Auditing Standards issued by IIA and regulatory reporting requirements (SEC) and other industry best practices (COSO/COBIT)
- Relevant work experience, Big 8 experience preferred.
- Awareness of internal auditing standards issued by IIA, ICAI & ISACA
Software Proficiency:
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word
- Prior experience with various assurance applications and research tools beneficial
Benefits
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on high-impact advisory projects across various industries.
- Leadership and career advancement opportunities.
- Exposure to diverse client engagements and strategic consulting work.
- Collaborative and learning-driven work environment.