Assurance Associate, Risk Advisory Services – Fall 2024 (Detroit)

Job Summary:

The Assurance Associate, Risk Advisory Services is responsible for partnering with more experienced Risk Advisory Services professionals to provide risk consulting and issues resolution to clients in the areas of SOX, business process improvement, information technology, audit and fraud investigations.  In this role, the Associate will participate in various stages of an internal audit or consulting engagement and provide assistance with planning, field work, engagement wrap up and report composition. 

Job Duties:

• Assists with the informational interviews and facilitation of meetings with clients during engagement process
• Obtains information, documents and data from clients to support the completion of analysis and research of client issues
• Documents and analyzes the client’s processes, risk and controls with guidance and direction from senior Risk Advisory Services professionals
• Develops initial deliverables and/or solutions to client issues
• Utilizes research tools, databases and trade publications to develop understanding of client’s industry
• Develops relationships with client personnel and management members
• Assists with the research and drafting of proposals
• Maintains all documentation and work papers associated with client engagements
• Other duties as required
   

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance, required
• MBA, preferred

Experience:

• Experience within a public accounting firm or Fortunate 1000 company performing internal audit, consulting or risk services, preferred

License/Certifications:

• CPA, preferred
• Actively pursuing completion of CPA licensing, preferred

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word, required

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing
• Strong analytical  and basic research skills 
• Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously 
• Ability to travel 20% of the time

 

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

California Range:  $68,500 - $78,000
Colorado Range:  $68,500 - $78,000
Illinois Range: $68,500 - $78,000
Maryland Range: $68,500 - $78,000
Minnesota Range: $68,500 - $78,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:  $68,500 - $78,000
Washington Range:  $68,500 - $78,000
Washington DC Range: $68,500 - $78,000

 

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. 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. 

At BDO, 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 ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success t