Specialist Manager, Engagement Matters

As a Specialist Manager, Engagement Matters on the Engagement Consultation team, you will be responsible for:

• Analyzing proposed client services and relationships against applicable auditor independence requirements and evaluating potential independence risks, including navigating the nuances and complexities of client structures, affiliate relationships, and emerging technology-enabled capabilities, with the ability to apply new requirements on the fly as the regulatory landscape evolves.
• Advising Partners, Principals, Managing Directors, Senior Managers, and client service leadership on engagement-related independence matters involving client services, affiliate relationships, mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, and emerging technology-enabled capabilities.
• Performing research, drafting conclusions and communications, and strategizing on next steps in coordination with senior team members, managing multiple active consultation matters simultaneously and responding to client-facing teams with urgency and precision.
• Interpreting and applying American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) independence rules, as well as Deloitte US Firms independence policies.
• Developing policy communications, training materials, and other guidance to support awareness of new, changing, and existing independence requirements.

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, compliance, law, or another related field
• 5+ years of experience in professional services, compliance, risk management, accounting, finance, legal, or audit environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, and other standard office productivity tools
• Experience using artificial intelligence-enabled tools or emerging technology solutions to support research, analysis, documentation, or communication
• Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.

Preferred:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or advanced degree in finance, accounting, business, or law
• Experience in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, internal controls, and interpretation of rules, regulations, and standards
• Proven application of independence requirements for professional auditing firms
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience in public accounting
• Strong understanding of Deloitte businesses, service offerings, or service delivery models

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and 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. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $93000 to $171300.

You may also 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, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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