Risk Advisory - Associate Director at Riveron

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Accounting, ConsultingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Accounting
CPA, CIA, and/or CISA Certification preferred
7+ years experience, the majority of which is within external audit or risk advisory roles
Ability to lead an engagement with appropriate oversight; someone who wants to collaborate to deliver outstanding work to clients
Experience supervising direct reports, coaching and teaching less experienced personnel, and/or leading project teams
Demonstrated knowledge of business risks, internal controls over financial reporting, SOX, the COSO framework
Ability to navigate complex processes in client walkthroughs, determining gaps and weaknesses in ICFR to be evaluated in real-time
Experience interacting with clients, establishing credibility, trust and healthy relationships
Desire to help build our growing team, underlying methodologies, and practices

Responsibilities

Gain an understanding of the assigned clients’ objectives as well as their regulatory and risk management environment
Lead projects in the areas of Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance/Internal Controls
Execute risk assessments in consideration of risk of misstatement and risk of fraud in financial reporting
Assess internal controls’ design adequacy to mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks
Identify control gaps and improvement items and design controls in a greenfield environment; design detailed remediation roadmaps to close those gaps
Exhibit proficiency with creating internal controls process flows and risk/control matrices
Maintain the level of technical competency and professional care required for the completion of assignments in accordance with COSO, COBIT, auditing standards, and related control techniques
Set priorities, ensuring daily coordination among the project team, and monitor progress against schedules, budgets, project/task deliverables, and status reporting
Plan, review, and provide direction for the work of Staff and Senior Consultants
Communicate extensively with clients to drive expectations and report on the status of ongoing projects
Deliver oral and written presentations during and at the conclusion of projects by either recommending improvements or any operational/financial deficiencies to executive leadership
Stay abreast of emerging risk areas and related control techniques
Strengthen and maintain a network of industry contacts and establish new long-term relationships

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

SOXCOSOICFRInternal ControlsRisk AssessmentSarbanes-OxleyInternal AuditEnterprise Risk ManagementCybersecurity Risk AssessmentCPACIACISA

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications and experience are required for the Risk Advisory Associate Director role?

Candidates need a Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in Accounting, with CPA, CIA, and/or CISA certification preferred, plus 7+ years of experience, mostly in external audit or risk advisory roles.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Required skills include demonstrated knowledge of business risks, internal controls over financial reporting, SOX, and the COSO framework, plus the ability to lead engagements, supervise teams, and navigate complex client processes.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Associate Director position?

Strong candidates have 7+ years in external audit or risk advisory, experience leading engagements and supervising teams, deep knowledge of SOX, COSO, and internal controls, plus a desire to help build the growing 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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