Attorney in Richmond, VA

In-House

Richmond, VA

Attorney in Richmond, VA

Non-practicing Attorney

5-8 yrs required

No

Job Title: Engagement Consultation Manager

Job Responsibilities:
As an Engagement Consultation Manager within the Engagement Consultation team of the Risk, Compliance, and Governance department, the primary focus is on regulatory compliance, particularly auditor independence rules and their impacts on the professional services environment. Key responsibilities include:

- Collaborating closely with Partners, Principals, Managing Directors (PPMDs), and Senior Managers within the department and across service lines. This involves interaction with leadership such as Lead Client Service Partners, Professional Practice Directors, and other client service teams to provide guidance on a variety of engagement-related independence matters.
- Analyzing services and relationships with clients in light of independence requirements, including services to and relationships with clients both within and outside the ., matters arising from client mergers and acquisitions or IPOs, and reviewing client corporate or investment structures, investment interests, and the terms of investments to identify affiliates as defined in independence rules.
- Conducting research and analysis, drafting conclusions and communications, and strategizing on next steps in coordination with senior team members.
- Developing an enhanced understanding of the intricacies of AICPA, SEC, and PCAOB independence rules and company US Firms Independence policies.
- Interpreting and implementing new and existing regulations relating to permissible non-attest services for company US entities, and providing advice and guidance to client-facing teams.
- Participating in policy setting by performing research and drafting communications aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of current, new, or changing independence rules.
- Creating and revising training courses and materials to address rule changes and new interpretations of existing rules identified during consultations with regulators.
- Working on special projects both independently and collaboratively with PPMDs and engagement teams, involving senior members for input as necessary.

The role requires deep experience in collaborating with multiple stakeholders, strong communication skills, the ability to work with various audiences and levels of seniority across the globe, and the capacity to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively.

Education and Experience Information:
Required qualifications for the Engagement Consultation Manager position include:

- A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, finance, business, compliance, or legal fields.
- 5 to 8+ years of related experience, ideally in a professional services role and environment.
- Proficiency in the use of standard office-productivity tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Teams.
- Ability to travel 0-10% on average, based on the work and the clients and industries/sectors served.
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred qualifications include:

- An understanding of independence requirements for professional auditing firms.
- Experience in regulatory compliance and/or analysis and interpretation of rules, regulations, and standards.
- Experience in public accounting.
- Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP standards.
- . CPA and/or an advanced degree in related areas such as finance, accounting, business, or law.

Salary Information:
The wage range for the Engagement Consultation Manager role takes into account a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions, including skill sets, experience, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The current range is estimated to be $114,600 to $191,000. Additionally, candidates may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance.