Assurance Manager — New York, NY at BDO USA

About BDO

Join BDO, where you will find more than a career; you will find a place where your work is impactful and you are valued for your individuality. Our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities.

BDO is proud to be an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, reflecting a culture that puts people first by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. As the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an ESOP, we offer a unique opportunity to enhance financial well-being through beneficial ownership, with no employee contributions required.

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.

About the Role

The Assurance Manager serves as a pivotal leader in supervising, directing, and reviewing audit engagements from planning through field work to the final wrap-up. Beyond technical oversight, this role is charged with driving business growth through marketing, networking, and business development within a specific area of expertise. You will ensure engagement profitability by managing billings and collections while acting as a trusted advisor to clients on economic and regulatory risks.

In this position, you will resolve complex accounting issues, apply GAAP and GAAS consistently in challenging situations, and document technical consultation memos. You will validate and assess financial reporting control systems, draft complex financial statements, and review SEC filings for accuracy and compliance. The role requires a blend of technical mastery and executive presence, as you will serve as the primary contact for clients, preparing and presenting to them and potential clients. You will also act as a career advisor and coach, providing on-the-job training to associates and senior associates to foster their professional growth.

Our Culture and Values

We welcome diverse perspectives and understand the unique experiences of our professionals and clients. We empower team members to explore their full potential and celebrate ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs. Our focus on resilience and sustainability aims to positively impact our people, clients, and communities. BDO Total Rewards encompass much more than traditional benefits, reflecting our commitment to our team's holistic well-being.

Equal Opportunity

BDO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Graybar Building, 420, Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 5, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10017, United States

New York, New York

Key Responsibilities

check_circleValidate and assess the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting systems
check_circleReview SEC filings and ensure compliance with PCAOB guidelines and Section 404 requirements
check_circleAdvise clients on economic and regulatory risks and resolve complex accounting issues
check_circleDraft complex financial statements, footnote disclosures, and technical consultation memos
check_circlePlan audit processes and oversee execution of procedures with quality, efficiency, and completeness
check_circleProvide on-the-job training, coaching, and performance feedback to associates and senior associates
check_circleSupervise, direct, and review audit team work throughout planning, field work, and wrap-up stages
check_circleManage engagement profitability, including billings, collections, and business development activities

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics preferred
verifiedMaster's degree in Accountancy preferred
verifiedFive (5) or more years of prior relevant audit experience
verifiedPrior significant supervisory experience required
verifiedActive licensed US CPA or recognized active International Equivalent required
verifiedProficient with Microsoft Office Suite preferred
verifiedExperience with assurance applications and research tools preferred

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics. Master's degree in Accountancy. Industry expertise in one or more assurance specialty. Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with assurance applications and research tools.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with fully funded annual allocation

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Gaap, Gaas, Sec, Pcaob, Caats, Microsoft Office Suite, Cpa.

Education: Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics; Master's degree in Accountancy preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA

What does a Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA will validate and assess the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting systems; review sec filings and ensure compliance with pcaob guidelines and section 404 requirements; advise clients on economic and regulatory risks and resolve complex accounting issues; and draft complex financial statements, footnote disclosures, and technical consultation memos.

What are the requirements for this Assurance Manager - NFP role?expand_more

To qualify for the Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics preferred; Master's degree in Accountancy preferred; Five (5) or more years of prior relevant audit experience; Prior significant supervisory experience required; Active licensed US CPA or recognized active International Equivalent required; and Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

Where is the Assurance Manager - NFP role at BDO USA located?expand_more

Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA is based in Graybar Building, 420, Lexington Avenue, Manhattan Community Board 5, Manhattan, New York County, New York, 10017, United States. This is a on-site role.

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BDO USA has listed this Assurance Manager - NFP role as on-site.

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Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Key skills for Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA include Gaap; Gaas; Sec; Pcaob; Caats; Microsoft Office Suite; and Cpa.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics; and Master's degree in Accountancy preferred.

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Assurance Manager - NFP at BDO USA is part of the accounting & finance job category on Recrutus.

Assurance Manager - NFP