What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leader, Professional Standards Group (Assurance Services) position at RubinBrown LLP?
Founded in 1952, RubinBrown LLP is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional
consulting firms. The RubinBrown name and reputation are synonymous with experience,
integrity and value.
RubinBrown redefines the full-service experience by combining technical and industry expertise
with a commitment to personal and high-level relationships.
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The Professional Standards Group Leader is a key member of the Firm’s Assurance Services Department. This position is responsible for ensuring the highest quality auditing and accounting practices. This position requires outstanding technical research, problem-solving and communication skills.
Major Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation and operation of the new audit quality management standards
- Evaluate and implement new methodology initiatives and technology applications from a professional standards perspective
- Work closely with team members at all levels to analyze and document complex auditing, accounting and professional ethics issues, related to clients in a wide variety of industries
- Perform engagement quality reviews of audit workpapers and financial statements
- Monitor new accounting and auditing standards, and develop firm wide implementation plans
- Evaluate exposure stage accounting, auditing and SSARS literature and provide input for use in comment letters
- Author content for external publications
- Monitor practice issues and develop or update internal policies
- Organize and present firm continuing education classes on technical topics
- Speak at internal and external seminars on technical topics
- Coordinate the Engagement Quality Control Review selection and assignment process with the Assurance Partners, the Chair of the Professional Standards Group and the Risk Management Committee
- All other duties, as assigned
Preferred Experience/Background/Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
- Seven or more years of applicable experience
- CPA designation (required)
- Outstanding technical research, problem solving and communication skills
- Detailed knowledge of FASB and AICPA standards
- Some knowledge of other professional standards (e.g…GASB, HUD, ERISA, SEC, PCAOB or IFRS)
- Ability to effectively utilize technology and the commitment to learning in the technology environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work with all levels of the firm (e.g. partners, managers, associates, administrative, etc.)
- Excellent supervisory, analytical and leadership ability
- Ability to set and achieve goals while meeting challenging deadlines and requirements
- Superior organizational and project management skills
- Superior quality in work, with close attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, on multiple projects.
- Ability to successfully contribute to the success of a strategic business unit of the firm.
- Strict adherence to professional ethics
Working Conditions
- The typical office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., M - F
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
- Ability to move throughout office
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 10-20 pounds
- Ability to speak English to communicate with clients, team members, etc.
One Firm
To foster a highly respected, inclusive culture that helps foster and promote an environment that
is diverse and equitable for all team members and the firm to achieve growth and deepened
expertise. RubinBrown is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity,
sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or
any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for
candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please
contact your recruiter.
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