Managing Director - Quality Control - Quality Professional Standards

Description

Citrin Cooperman offers a dynamic work environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration. We’re continuously seeking talented individuals who bring fresh perspectives, a problem-solving mindset, and sharp technical expertise. We know you have choices, so our team of collaborative, innovative professionals are at the ready to support your professional development. At Citrin Cooperman, we offer competitive compensation and benefits and most importantly, the flexibility to manage your personal and professional life to focus on what matters most to you! 

We are looking for a Quality Control Managing Director to join our Quality Professional Standards team. The Quality Control Managing Director plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and overall quality of our firm's accounting and assurance services. This position involves designing, implementing, and overseeing a robust quality control framework that aligns with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and the firm's internal policies. Reporting directly to the Partner in Charge of Quality, this role carries significant responsibility in maintaining our service standards. This position has the option to be fully remote or sit in any of our U.S. locations. 

As a Managing Director you will be responsible for:

• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive quality control framework to assess the effectiveness of accounting and assurance policies and procedures through engagement quality control reviews.
• Designing and implementing policies and procedures that adhere to professional standards, regulatory requirements, and the firm's quality control objectives.
• Educating audit and accounting professionals on quality control standards, best practices, and emerging trends through programs and initiatives.
• Providing ongoing support and guidance to a large team to ensure continuous improvement in the quality of work.
• Conducting risk assessments to identify potential areas of concern or improvement within the firm's accounting and assurance policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with the Offices of Independence and Risk to develop strategies to mitigate risks and overall quality enhancement.
• Staying abreast of changes in auditing and accounting standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Leading and monitoring inspection processes such as AICPA peer review, PCAOB, and DOL.
• Ensuring the firm's practices remain in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards of the AICPA, PCAOB, SEC, DOL, and other regulatory bodies.
• Participating in technical due diligence activities when evaluating potential accounting firm acquisition targets.
• Consulting with engagement teams to address client-specific accounting and financial reporting issues.
• Collaborating with the Firm's Accounting Principles Group to ensure deliverables meet the highest quality standards.
• Fostering a culture of internal client satisfaction and continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Preparing and presenting reports to senior management summarizing quality control assessments, findings, and recommendations.
• Monitoring compliance with professional licensing and continuing professional education requirements.
• Driving initiatives for continuous improvement in quality control processes and procedures.
• Proactively seeking feedback from internal and external stakeholders to identify areas for enhancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• 10 years of extensive experience in auditing and accounting with a proven, progressive history in quality control roles.
• In-depth knowledge of auditing and accounting standards, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across departments.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and strategic thinking in quality control processes.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing quality control frameworks.