The Experienced Associate, Quality Monitoring and Remediation (QMR) will work with other members of the QMR team to validate our understanding of our Audit & Assurance System of Quality Management (SoQM). This individual will support the testing efforts to evaluate our SoQM. Also, the Experienced Associate will assist with investigative analyses of various quality events to help with performing root cause and monitoring remedial actions to enhance the Firm’s SoQM.

Your day to day may include:

Work with QMR leaders and key stakeholders across the firm to understand quality risks, processes, and responses (firm policies and procedures) to ensure these are appropriately documented and tested Support the execution monitoring plans Serve as a point of contact for a variety of System of Quality Management areas to aid in testing and issue management Assist in drafting and coordinating communications with process/response owners to manage expectations, complete testing, and monitor remediation efforts. Consult and work with response/process owners to perform root cause analysis, develop recommendations on business/process improvements and serve as a risk and controls advisor  Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality regarding sensitive matters Support project management efforts and tracking program key performance indicators Escalate issues to the Quality Management Compliance leadership or other relevant parties on known gaps or issues Other duties as assigned

You have the following technical skills, qualifications, and abilities:

Current or prior external or internal audit, business risk or IT (Information Technology) controls experience  Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, coordinate, and complete multiple tasks Detail oriented and deadline-focused Team oriented and strong work ethic Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously at times, involving team members and escalate issues as needed. Strong relationship building skills A focus on strong client service and responsiveness Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills  Desire to learn new technology (qm.x, SmartSheet, Power BI, etc.) Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field A minimum of 1 year of progressive audit or advisory experience in medium to large public accounting firm or equivalent Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), preferred Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including proficiency in USGAAP, GAAS (Generally Accepted Auditing Standards), ISQM 1 and PCAOB (Public Company Accounting Oversight Board) rules and standards. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Productivity Applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, and SharePoint)

 

 

The salary range for this role in Chicago, IL only is: $64k-96k.