Director - Risk Advisory Services Job at BDO UK LLP (Reading)

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Controls Manager - Risk Advisory Services

As a Controls Advisory Manager in our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team, you wil...

Location

United Kingdom , London; Leeds; Greater Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

BDO UK LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience delivering controls advisory, internal controls or risk management engagements, ideally within a professional services environment.
Strong understanding of internal controls frameworks, including controls design, operating effectiveness, identification of deficiencies and remediation planning (e.g. US SOX, UK Corporate Governance Code or similar frameworks).
A relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, MIIA, CCAB or equivalent).
Experience leading engagements at Manager level, including planning, delivery, review and senior stakeholder interaction
experience with GRC tools and/or AI testing capabilities would be desirable.
A pragmatic, commercial approach to applying risk and controls concepts across different client environments and sectors.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with client stakeholders and explain complex issues clearly.
Experience managing and developing others, with a collaborative and supportive leadership style, and the ability to balance multiple priorities effectively.

Job Responsibility

Leading the delivery of controls and risk advisory engagements
Managing client relationships
Supporting the development of junior team members
Working across a range of clients and sectors to help organisations design, implement and enhance their internal control environments
Providing pragmatic advice to address control weaknesses and emerging risks
Taking day‑to‑day responsibility for engagements, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget
Building trusted relationships with clients
Supporting Directors and Partners with work
Contributing to the development of the Controls Advisory offering
Supporting marketing and business development activity across RAS

Senior Executive - Risk Advisory Services

Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

BDO UK LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working
A recognised professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent), with relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems / controls testing
Awareness of compliance, legislative and wider market issues relevant to client organisations, and the ability to consider these when identifying risks and audit findings
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and support clear, well‑reasoned conclusions
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues and to explain issues clearly

Job Responsibility

Play an important role in delivering high‑quality internal audit, assurance and advisory services to our clients
Work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners
Be hands‑on in the execution of engagements, building strong technical capability, developing professional judgement, and supporting the effective delivery of engagements
Act as a role model for junior team members, helping to build a high‑performing and collaborative team environment

What we offer

Agile working
Programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development
Informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching
State-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices
A range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources

Transaction Advisory Services Director

Join Aprio's Transaction Advisory Services team and you will help clients maximi...

Location

United States , Washington, D.C.

Salary:

200000.00 - 315000.00 USD / Year

Aprio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Big Four or similar consulting background
Approximately 8 to 10 years of related financial due diligence/advisory work experience
Understanding and applying Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills
Demonstrating poise working with private equity and corporate executives
Working effectively and personably with a diverse group
At least seven plus years of recent experience in Audit, Finance or Transaction Advisory (preferred)
Displaying adequate knowledge of GAAP
4-year bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Licensed CPA preferred

Job Responsibility

Plan, execute, direct and complete multiple financial/accounting due diligence for private equity and strategic buyers and sellers from a variety of industries
Develop relationships with clients and engage in effective interactions with target company executives
Compiling and analyzing historical financial data/financial statements provided by buyer and/or seller as well as conducting interviews with buyer or seller
Commenting on client sellers and client targets’ financial operating results and financial position
Supervise and develop skill sets of managers, seniors and associates and provide performance review feedback
Leads, teams and assists Partners on proposals and new business opportunities by drafting responses, participating in the proposal process, building client relationships, demonstrating knowledge of client business and communicating directly with the buyer and seller
Manage client expectations concerning project deliverables and deadlines and lead change efforts effectively
Develop and maintain strong client relationships and cross-sell services
Communicate (verbally and in writing) externally with clients and internally with all levels of the organization to successfully accomplish objectives portraying knowledge and confidence
Strong current knowledge in US GAAP, GAAS, transaction advisory services or mergers and acquisitions

What we offer

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

Fulltime

Senior Valuer / Associate Director, Public Sector, Value & Risk Advisory

Join our esteemed Public Sector Valuations team based in one of our CBD offices ...

Location

Australia , Adelaide; Brisbane; Canberra; Melbourne; Perth

Salary:

Not provided

JLL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Certified Practising Valuer (CPV) qualification
A minimum of 3-5+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial or specialised property valuation
Demonstrated experience in managing complex valuation projects from inception to completion
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills with an exceptional level of attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the proven ability to produce clear and comprehensive reports
A current Australian driver's licence
Australian Citizenship is required to meet client compliance requirements, including the ability to obtain relevant security clearances

Job Responsibility

Conducting valuations of specialised public sector assets and portfolios for financial reporting and insurance purposes
Preparing detailed, high-quality valuation reports and advisory documents for government clients in accordance with industry best practice
Managing key client relationships ensuring service excellence and identifying opportunities for business growth
Undertaking valuations for a variety of purposes including financial reporting and asset management
Mentoring and providing guidance to junior valuers
Working with other JLL service lines to provide integrated solutions to clients
Contributing to business development initiatives, including the preparation of tenders and proposals to secure new work
Ensuring all work is compliant with relevant legislation, professional standards, and internal JLL policies

What we offer

Uncapped earning potential
Recognition benefits
Corporate discounts and offers
'You' Days
Health & Wellbeing programs
Learning & Development platforms
Mentorship from industry-leading professionals
Paid time off for volunteer work

Fulltime

Sanctions Director - Head of Banking Client Risk Management & Advisory

The Head of Client Risk Management & Advisory in Banking Sanctions is a senior I...

Location

United States , Washington, DC

Salary:

170000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10 years+ experience in the Financial Services Industry and/or government
Graduate degree, BS or concentration in Business Administration, Legal and/or Finance
Sanctions SME with proven track record in managing sanctions programs in complex organizations
Leadership skills including ability to work effectively and drive results with a virtual global team
Experience managing diverse teams, and comfort navigating complex, matrixed organizations
Knowledge of the U.S. and/or European Union/UK regulatory environment
Highly motivated, strong attention to detail, team oriented, organized
Strong presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex problems and solutions through concise and clear messaging
Demonstrated ability to assess complex issues through root cause analysis and other analytical techniques, structure potential solutions, and drive to resolution with senior stakeholders
Ability to influence and lead people across cultures at a senior level using sound judgment and successful execution, understanding how to operate effectively across diverse businesses

Job Responsibility

Building awareness of client sanctions risks through a strong working relationship with key regional and global stakeholders, including management of multiple Line of Business, Functions, and Internal Audit
Interacting effectively with regulators, in coordinating with the Citi’s regulatory team
Understanding industry trends, emerging issues, and regulatory expectations, developing practical solutions to complex problems
Providing monitoring and oversight of Banking controls and execution around clients, ensuring identification, escalation, and remediation of control gaps in a timely way
Monitoring Banking’s compliance with requirements set forth by the US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and United Kingdom’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) or other EU country equivalents, issuing Monitoring Reports where appropriate
Monitoring ICRM Banking Sanctions adherence to relevant policies and procedures related to execution of processes designed to implement the global sanctions program
Partnering with stakeholders in implementing Sanctions-related regulatory change
Managing a dedicated team for the sanctions’ compliance review of clients and client activity as well as escalations of risks identified in KYC onboarding and renewal questionnaires
Managing the monitoring and specialized review of sanctions risks associated with specific clients, sectors, or geographies to advise the business on appropriate sanctions risk management measures
Managing a process for the review of sanctions-related enhanced due diligence as part of client onboarding, renewal, or episodic reviews

What we offer

medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

Fulltime

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Manager, Sre Risk Advisory And Oversight

Manager, SRE Risk Advisory and Oversight at Capital One. Capital One is one of t...

Location

United States , McLean; New York

Salary:

197300.00 - 245600.00 USD / Year

Capital One

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or military experience
At least 4 years of experience in Technology Management, Software Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, or Cyber Risk Management
At least 2 years of experience with cloud implementations (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
At least 1 year of experience with open-source programming languages

Job Responsibility

Perform Deep-Dive Risk Analysis: Conduct independent, technical risk assessments of cloud infrastructure architectures, software delivery lifecycles, and observability frameworks to identify systemic resilience and stability risks
Support Effective Challenge: Evaluate first-line cloud engineering practices against enterprise risk appetites, ensuring robust strategies are maintained for automation, system resiliency, performance, and monitoring
Build Storytelling & Reporting Materials: Partner with team leadership (Sr. Managers and Directors) to translate complex, highly technical engineering data into structured risk reports, presentation decks, and executive storytelling materials
SRE Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a trusted technical analyst on core SRE pillars, assessing the design and maturity of Service Level Indicators/Objectives (SLIs/SLOs), error budgets, release pipelines (CI/CD), and toil reduction efforts
Evaluate AI & Tech Integration: Actively evaluate the integration of cutting-edge technologies—specifically cloud-native stacks, containerization, and the application of emerging Gen AI/ML tooling within software delivery—to ensure reliable operational boundaries
Formulate Risk Recommendations: Collaborate across the second line of defense to design, adjust, and recommend appropriate mitigating controls and guardrails for emerging cloud tech
Stakeholder Partnership: Build and maintain collaborative relationships with first-line engineers, architects, and technical owners to ensure risk assessments are thoroughly understood and communicated transparently

What we offer

performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI)
health, financial and other benefits

Fulltime

Assistant Manager – IT Risk Advisory

Audit & Risk are working with a well-established top 10 firm with over 180 years...

Location

United Kingdom , London or Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

Audit & Risk Recruitment

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ideally be ACA, ACCA or CISA qualified or looking to qualify
Previous experience in Tech Assurance /Controls Assurance, Risk Assurance and ITGC controls
Internal Audit experience would be a plus
Previous experience working in Financial/Professional Services

Job Responsibility

Work closely with other Assistant Managers, Managers, Senior Managers and Directors to build on the capacity and capability of the Risk Advisory team
Support clients in delivering internal audit, risk management and controls and technology assurance solutions
Provide a broad range of assurance and advisory activities to help clients manage the risk over their business processes
Work with some of the UK’s most interesting companies
Have a role in developing the future of the Firm’s Risk Advisory practice

What we offer

Positive work-life balance
Great exposure across various IT Audit projects
Aiding in Internal Audit/Operational Audit projects
Joining a growing and ambitious professional services team with a strong emphasis on its people and their development

Fulltime

Transaction Advisory Services Senior Manager

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what'...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

160000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year

Aprio

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 7+ years of experience in Audit, Finance, or Transaction Advisory Services, with at least 3+ years in a financial due diligence or M&A-focused role
Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and M&A transaction processes
Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools
Proven ability to interact confidently with senior executives, including private equity investors and C-suite leadership
Exceptional project management skills with the ability to lead multiple engagements under tight deadlines
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA strongly preferred
Strong interpersonal skills, with a commitment to developing talent and fostering team success
Willingness to travel up to 10%

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage financial due diligence engagements, including planning, execution, and delivery of client-ready work products for private equity and strategic clients
Analyze and assess historical financial statements, quality of earnings, working capital, and other key financial metrics
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and target company executives, serving as a primary point of contact throughout the engagement
Provide insights and commentary on financial performance, trends, risks, and opportunities
Guide and mentor engagement teams, including Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates
provide feedback and support professional development
Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, participating in client pitches, and building long-term client relationships
Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring high-quality deliverables, on-time execution, and alignment with client expectations
Collaborate with Aprio Partners and Directors on market strategy, client targeting, and practice initiatives
Actively engage in cross-functional collaboration across Aprio service lines to enhance client value and identify opportunities for additional services

What we offer

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
401k with Profit Sharing
9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
Top rated wellness program
Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

Fulltime

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