Risk & Advisory Services Senior Analyst

GRF CPAs & Advisors Risk & Advisory Services (RAS) team assists organizations in adopting an enterprise-wide approach to analyzing and prioritizing risks and aligning them with their strategic goals.

RAS is currently made up of four verticals: Internal Audit, Forensics and Valuation Services, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and Cybersecurity with services that fall into the following categories:

• Internal audit plan development and execution
• Valuation services for a variety of purposes, including gift and estate tax, transaction planning, and financial reporting
• Fraud, Forensic, and Whistleblower Investigations/Assessments
• ERM implementation and optimization
• Facilitated risk assessments and design of risk mitigation plans
• Information Technology General Control (ITCG) assessment
• Risk assurance assessments
  
  

These verticals and services are expected to expand as the practice continues to evolve.

As a Senior Analyst in GRF Risk & Advisory Services, you will be expected to provide excellent client service over our engagements and effectively communicates results related to engagements performed, risks identified, and emerging issues.

In your role, you will work with the C-suite and other stakeholders to provide world class solutions including (but not limited to) enterprise risk assessment, process improvement, control evaluation, and compliance.

This is a hybrid position.

Salary range: $80,000 - $95,000

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support Risk & Advisory Services engagements (primarily advisory engagements related to finance, accounting, fraud, and operations) by performing a variety of procedures, including but not limited to planning procedures, developing work programs, performing fieldwork, leading interviews, designing and analyzing surveys, documenting results, and providing meaningful recommendations
• Manage the engagement life cycle from start-to-finish, including but not limited to: preparation of work plan, performance of fieldwork, workpaper review, documentation of findings, and development of reports with meaningful observations and recommendations
• Demonstrate effective time management and an ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, ensure that they are completed within the established timelines, and that they meet the quality standards set by the firm and clients
• Effectively communicate with clients, team members, and senior management. They should also be able to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
• Oversee staff, review work, and providing training, as needed
• Identify and seize opportunities to grow skills, talents, and knowledge about engagement planning, reporting, and the products and functions they audit
• Keep abreast of best practice policies and procedures, current developments in accounting and auditing professions, and changes in local, state, and federal laws, as applicable
• Aid in identifying GRF business development opportunities, developing strategies for entry into new markets, performing client outreach, and writing proposals
• Participate in GRF business development through leadership activities such as webinars, authoring articles and attending events
  
  

Requirements

Minimum Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from 4-year university in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Analytics, or other relevant study area
• At least 3-5 years of experience at a accounting/consulting firm with financial statement audit experience
• CPA or ability to sit for CPA exam within one year is required
• Ability to lead engagements independently and with junior staff
• Ability to be onsite for DMV-based clients and travel 10-20% of time for other domestic/international clients (applicant must hold active passport and be able to travel internationally)
  
  

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Master's or other advanced degree in relevant study area
• Experience in performing fraud/forensic investigations, internal audits, and/or valuation services
• ABV, CVA, CIA, CFE, CISA, CRMA or other relevant professional certifications
• Business development experience
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS)
• Ability to develop and implement audit plans and schedules
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to analyze data/information and solve problems
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals
• Employee development and performance management skills
• Dynamic self-motivated and able to handle multiple engagements at any single one time
  
  

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by partners, managers or supervisors to perform other instructions and duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. Employees are expected to maintain strict confidentiality at all times and sign a Confidentiality Agreement.

Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Benefits

This is a full-time position. Our office is located two blocks from the Bethesda Metro Station (red line). Our benefits include a 401(k) plan with profit sharing, 100% paid individual medical, life and disability insurance, student loan repayment, and a culture that fosters flexibility and career development. We look forward to hearing from you!

GRF CPAs & Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. At GRF CPAs and Advisors, we cultivate an inclusive business environment where all employees are valued for their unique contributions to our mission to provide exceptional financial, tax and consulting services to our clients in the US and around the world.