Controls Assurance Associate Director ISAE & AAF

Controls Assurance Associate Director ISAE & AAFWe are searching for an experienced Controls Assurance Associate Director ISAE & AAFConsulting brings together multiple teams across
Transactions, Risk & Consulting, ABA, and Outsourcing to provide
client-centric solutions for RSM’s current and future clients within the middle
market.  Our Consulting team has a major
role to play in driving forward the growth of the firm with over 1,700 people
delivering almost 200m revenue.At the heart of Consulting are the six solutions we
offer our clients: business transformation, deal services, finance function
support, risk and governance, forensic and investigation services, and
restructuring. Our solutions create an enhanced tailored approach to support
our clients in achieving their strategic goals and empower our people to make
an impact and develop their own unique career path.Role overviewResponsible for leading and undertaking a range of
complex and specialist internal controls engagements including US SOX, other
ICoFR and Service Auditor reporting (under ISAE3402 and AAF standards).   Responsible for managing the delivery of controls
documentation and testing at client's sites, in accordance with RSM methodologies
and relevant standards. Managing a team and working as an individual to deliver
high quality Internal Controls assignments within required timescales and
budgets. Working with the leadership team to grow the internal controls client
base and high quality team.Brief Job descriptionBuild strong relationships with key
stakeholders across RSM, the risk & governance service line, and a
wide variety of clients.Manage, perform, and quality control internal
controls assignments embracing assignment planning programming, conduct
and control of audit work, reporting findings, liaising with clients, and
meeting relevant standards.Understand the key risks and the controls put
in place to address those risks within each area of an internal controls
assignment.Draft internal controls assignment planning
documents for approval / review by Client / Partners.Active involvement in the delivery of
engagements for more complex and specialist areas.Overseeing the preparation of process flows
and controls documentation.Undertake review work in respect of
significant findings.Assist Partners in ensuring that assignments
are completed to time and budget.Prepare draft internal controls reports and
working paper files to high quality standards and within the SLA on
allocated assignments, adding value and good practice.Lead and supervise more junior staff on
individual assignments including staff motivation, discipline and
technical audit guidance.Provide job training and guidance for auditors
and training for more junior auditors.Assess the performance of team members and provide
feedback.Participate in RSM’s appraisal and development
process.Be aware of and advise Partners of any
potential additional work opportunities at existing clients.Work with Partners and the leadership team in
market related activities and growth of client portfolio.Work with Partners in producing proposals in
response to RFPs and enquiries.Ensure familiar with and comply with all RSM’s
policies.Any other duties as required.Technical skillsGood technical knowledge of the internal controls standards (e.g. AAF, ISAE, SOX etc), internal controls documentation and testing, and individual subjects and sector issues relevant to the work.Previous experience of SOX (or equivalent) implementation.Previous experience of delivering readiness and type 1 controls assurance reporting engagements (under ISAE and AAF standards).Experience working with large global organisations.Ability to review and control technical content of work of others to ensure compliance with relevant standards and quality requirements.Provide technical support as required to team members.Understand the range of additional services that the firm can provide to meet clients’ needs.Identification and pro-active management of own technical training and development needs.Communication (oral, electronic, written)Oral - able to express ideas and information with clarity and confidence, especially when communicating with clients.Good working relationship with clients to understand their needs and requirements.Relay appropriate and timely information in respect of assignments to others.Listening - demonstrate the ability to listen, evaluate and apply information gained.Written - prepare draft reports and technical working papers.Excellent attention to detail.Gain confidence and respect of colleagues and clients.Share own experience and expertise with others.Encourage teamwork and develop leadership skills.Commitment /Attitude to workTake responsibility for resolving issues by either dealing with it personally or referring upwards where required.Take responsibility for self-development.Be able to train, coach, and develop team members and provide support to other staff as required.Show enthusiasm and self-motivation to provide excellent service.Show respect for others by listening to their views and suggestions.Be a team player by putting the team's needs before your own.Be pro-active and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, such as raising queries, and challenging existing practices.Ability to be flexible when managing inconsistent and varying workloads.OtherThe post holder will be expected to travel to client's sites in their own time.Overnight stays away from home may be necessary.Access to a car and full Driving Licence preferred.QualificationsA relevant professional qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA, IIA or CIMA. Experienced hirePermanentLONDONRisk Assurance