Risk Advisory and Internal Controls Services - Senior Associate at Riveron

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Consulting, AccountingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Accounting
CPA, CIA, and/or CISA Certification preferred
Minimum three years of experience, the majority in external audit or risk advisory roles
Experience supervising direct reports, coaching/teaching less experienced personnel, and/or leading project teams
Demonstrated knowledge of business risks, internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), SOX, and the COSO framework
Ability to navigate complex processes in client walkthroughs, determining ICFR gaps and weaknesses in real-time
Experience interacting with clients, establishing credibility, trust, and healthy relationships
Desire to collaborate to deliver outstanding client work and help build the team, methodologies, and practices
Past external audit and advisory experience to advise on efficient internal control environments tailored to client size, scale, and risk profile

Responsibilities

Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR)
Develop and execute remediation roadmaps for ICFR
Perform ICFR risk assessments
Gain understanding of clients’ objectives, regulatory, and risk management environment
Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance and internal controls projects
Execute risk assessments considering risk of misstatement and fraud in financial reporting
Assess internal controls’ design adequacy to mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks
Identify control gaps/improvement items, design controls in greenfield environments, and create detailed remediation roadmaps
Create internal controls process flows and risk/control matrices
Maintain technical competency and professional care per COSO, COBIT, auditing standards, and related techniques
Conduct day-to-day project management: develop project plans, review staff work for quality, provide status updates to clients/internal management, and mentor staff/senior consultants
Set priorities, coordinate project team daily, and monitor progress against schedules, budgets, deliverables, and status reporting
Communicate extensively with clients to manage expectations and report project status
Deliver oral and written presentations recommending improvements or reporting deficiencies to executive leadership
Stay abreast of emerging risk areas and related control techniques
Strengthen/maintain industry contacts and establish new long-term relationships

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ICFRSOXCOSOExternal AuditRisk AdvisoryInternal ControlsFinancial ReportingRisk AssessmentProject ManagementClient WalkthroughsCPACIACISA

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What salary can I expect for the Senior Associate position?

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Is this Senior Associate role remote or does it require office work?

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What qualifications and skills are required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, CPA, CIA, and/or CISA Certification preferred, minimum three years experience primarily in external audit or risk advisory, demonstrated knowledge of business risks, ICFR, SOX, and COSO framework, and experience supervising teams.

What is the team environment like at Riveron for this position?

The role involves working collaboratively with senior team members who provide guidance, coaching, and direction, with expectations to mentor staff, supervise direct reports, and help build the growing team.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Associate role?

Ideal candidates have past external audit and advisory experience, ability to manage projects including plan development and staff review, navigate complex client processes in real-time, and build client relationships, with a desire to collaborate and grow the team.

Riveron

Consulting firm for performance improvement and advisory

About Riveron

Riveron enhances business performance and explores new opportunities across various industries, including aerospace, healthcare, and technology. They provide tailored advisory services such as tax advisory, financial restructuring, and strategic consulting, acting as an extension of their clients' management teams. Riveron differentiates itself through a hands-on approach and a unified brand strategy that integrates multiple consulting firms, allowing for comprehensive solutions. Their goal is to help businesses navigate complex challenges and achieve strategic objectives.

Dallas, TexasHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$5.2MTotal Funding

BUYOUTCompany Stage

Consulting, Government & Public Sector, Financial ServicesIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Integration challenges with Yantra may disrupt operations if not managed effectively.

South Florida expansion could strain resources if market growth expectations aren't met.

Technological integration issues with Numeric partnership may impact service delivery.

Differentiation

Riveron combines consulting, public accounting, and industry expertise for tailored business solutions.

The firm partners with private equity, corporations, and lenders for strategic transformations.

Riveron's integration of Conway MacKenzie, Winter Harbor, and GBI Consulting enhances service offerings.

Upsides

Riveron's acquisition of Yantra strengthens technology support for CFOs in tech-enabled sectors.

Expansion into South Florida taps into a fast-growing hub for private equity.

Partnership with Numeric offers AI-driven financial management solutions for improved financial clarity.

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