Job DescriptionJob Summary:The Assurance Director, Industry Specialty Services is responsible for supervising client engagements, maintaining client relations providing client support in the areas of accounting, contracts, and pricing, and overseeing assigned associates and senior associates. This role works a sporadic and fluctuating schedule.
Job Duties: - Oversees and assumes responsibility for all projects phases and works directly with clients to accomplish project objectives
- Provides bid protest and dispute resolution
- Provides direct and indirect cost rate structure design and analysis (including preparation of a comprehensive forward pricing model).
- Prepares and negotiates equitable adjustment and termination claims
- Provides strategic pricing assistance, analyzes RFPs, and prepares cost proposals
- Interprets Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) in order to make recommendations to clients.
- Prepares client Disclosure Statements
- Interprets Small Business Administration Rules (SBAR) and regulations including minority participation requirements of the 8(a) and SDB programs
- Addresses compliance issues related to the Service Contract Act
- Reviews and develops policies and procedures related to accounting, contracts and pricing
- Participates in Business Development initiatives to secure new business, including but not limited to participating in Business Development meetings, developing relationships with clients and networking activities
- Obtains a leadership position in and participates in Industry associations
- Prepares incurred cost submissions as necessary
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities: - Serves as a member of the consulting group management team
- Supervises , develops, and trains associates, senior associates and managers
- Reviews and evaluates work prepared by associates, senior associates and managers
- Trains associates and senior associates on how to use current software tools and Industry Specialty Services methodology
- Schedules and supervises workload of employees
- Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates
- Acts as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associates
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education: - Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance, required
- Advanced degree, preferred
Experience: - Ten (10) or more years or relevant experience, required
License/Certifications:Software: - Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, required
Language:Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically business / report writing
- Strong analytical and basic research skills
- Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
- Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
- Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Demonstrated command of FAR, CAS, and GSA schedules
- Ability to follow and apply specific rules and regulations
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- US citizenship required
About UsJoin us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you'll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm's success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm's success, with no employee contributions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:
- Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
- Empowering team members to explore their full potential
- Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
- Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
- Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
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