Attorney in Louisville, KY

In-House

Louisville, KY

Attorney in Louisville, KY

Non-practicing Attorney

5-8 yrs required

No

Job Title: Engagement Consultation Manager

Job Responsibilities:
As a Manager in the Engagement Consultation team, the candidate will be at the forefront of regulatory compliance, specifically focusing on auditor independence rules and their impacts on the professional services environment. The main responsibilities include:

- Collaborating closely with Partners, Principals, Managing Directors (PPMDs), and Senior Managers within the department and across service lines.
- Interacting with leadership, such as Lead Client Service Partners and Professional Practice Directors, to provide guidance on engagement-related independence matters.
- Analyzing services to and relationships with clients in light of independence requirements, including those arising from client mergers, acquisitions, or IPOs.
- Reviewing client corporate or investment structures to identify affiliates as defined in the independence rules.
- Performing research and analysis, drafting conclusions and communications, and strategizing on next steps with senior team members.
- Developing an understanding of AICPA, SEC, and PCAOB independence rules and company’s Independence policies.
- Interpreting and implementing regulations relating to permissible non-attest services for the company’s US entities and providing advice to client-facing teams.
- Participating in policy setting by performing research and drafting communications to increase awareness of independence rules.
- Creating and revising training courses and materials to address rule changes and new interpretations.
- Working on special projects independently and collaboratively with PPMDs and engagement teams.

Education and Experience Information:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, finance, business, compliance, or legal.
- 5 - 8+ years of related experience, ideally in a professional services role and environment.
- Proficiency in standard office-productivity tools (., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams).
- Ability to travel 0-10%, based on work and client needs.

Preferred:
- 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 advanced degree in related areas such as finance, accounting, business, or law.

Salary Information:
The wage range for this role takes into account various factors, including skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and other business needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $114,600-$191,000. Compensation decisions are based on the facts and circumstances of each case, and it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range. Additionally, candidates may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, which considers individual and organizational performance.