What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager - Peer Review (Remote) position at Peer Review (Remote) - the Association Careers?
About the Role:
As a Manager in our Peer Review Team, you will obtain and evaluate data to identify educational opportunities for public accounting firms, peer reviewers, and others involved in administering the AICPA Peer Review Program (Program). The Program is dedicated to enhancing the quality of accounting, auditing, and attestation engagements performed by public accounting firms. You'll report to a Senior Manager of Peer Review. We currently have 3 openings for this role.
You Will:
- Positively affect the profession by increasing efforts to enhance audit quality
- Consider the effect of professional standards on public accounting firms
- Handle unique challenges in a team-oriented environment that provides value to the profession
- Work closely with peer reviewers and firms in identifying and resolving questions and issues, including firm noncooperation or noncompliance and reviewer performance issues.
- Be the liaison with committees, task forces, or regulatory agencies to implement Program strategic plans. Help develop meeting materials and provide research and project assistance.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of the Program and an understanding of its administrative processes. Assist State CPA Society peer review committees, peer reviewers, and firms with peer review questions, including those related to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), quality control and other professional standards.
- Monitor new standards and services being developed by the Association and external organizations and determine the impact on the Program, including partnership with multiple external committees.
- Develop processes to support short and long-term Association strategies and projects, such as Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ). This includes collaborating with Association teams to identify areas where members and firms need training or clarification to follow professional standards and develop resources to support those needs.
- Work closely with peer reviewers and firms in identifying and resolving questions and issues, including firm noncooperation or noncompliance and reviewer performance issues.
You Have:
- CPA designation
- Minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of public accounting experience or equivalent with an emphasis on audit and attest work
- Working knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, and quality control standards
- Experience with managing sensitive information, conflict resolution, and the ability to think on your feet
How We Support You:
We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You'll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.
We offer benefit options in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time-off, parental leave, an employee assistance program. We provide resources that support your mental health, and evolve our offerings to meet your needs. We care about our employees' welfare and focus our benefits package on the benefits which support your wellbeing. We also recognize that everyone has different priorities, so in addition to our core benefits to support your health we offer flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family and your lifestyle.
We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.
About Us:
At The Association, a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we are transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world's most accomplished accountants to stay relevant, meet today's demands, and prepare for tomorrow's challenges through quality education, resources, and training.
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We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
The Salary Range for this role is: $82,000 to $105,300
Please note, this is a standard range and exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. If you'd like to understand more on the salary range, please contact the recruiter listed on this posting.
While this role can work remotely in the US, please note that we are currently unable to employ individuals in the state of California.
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Salary : $82,000 - $105,300