Senior Consultant – Risk and Advisory Services (Financial Services)
BDO Ireland is currently seeking a dynamic Senior Consultant to join our Financial Services team. We are looking for someone who is eager to embrace a fresh challenge within our dynamic Risk and Advisory Services Department.
As a Senior Consultant within the FS RAS (Risk and Advisory Services) team at BDO, you will play a critical role in supporting management to manage risk for our clients and helping them build resilient businesses in today's ever-changing business landscape.
Key Responsibilities
* Risk Management and Advisory:
o Organising audits, including determining timelines, assigning staff, and structuring the audit process.
o Supporting the oversight of the audit process, including the preparation and review of audit documentation.
o Investigating and resolving clients' technical inquiries.
o Collaborating with clients to understand their business and build long-lasting relationships, ensuring a thorough understanding of their needs.
* Team Leadership:
o Coaching and guiding the growth of trainees to foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
o Contributing to the training of staff by leading training sessions.
o Working closely with Management to ensure effective client service delivery.
* Proactive Collaboration:
o Working proactively, managing tasks independently while actively collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders.
o Regularly communicate with management to identify opportunities for enhancing service delivery and offering additional client services.
* Agile Working and Inclusivity:
o Embracing BDO's commitment to agile working, adapting to work in ways that suit individual needs and the demands of the task.
o Contributing to a diverse and inclusive culture, valuing every team member for their unique contributions.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
* Hold ACA or ACCA qualifications or equivalent from a recognised international accounting institution with relevant experience in risk management, internal audit, and systems/controls testing.
* Demonstrate a good understanding of Financial Services, gained through 2 or more years' relevant experience in the sector.
* Ability to foster a collaborative team culture, ensuring effective communication and coordination with diverse cross-functional teams.
* Stay informed about compliance, legislative, and market issues affecting client businesses.
Benefits
* Income:
o Competitive salary: €€90,000 - €€110,000 per year.
* Health:
o Mini Health Assessments.
o Digi Doc.
o Group health schemes.
o Life Assurance.
o Cycle to Work scheme.
o CSR, Sports and Social and Wellness Committees.
o On site gym.
* Career:
o Career Progression.
o BDO Learning & Development programme.
o Coverage of professional subscription.
* Leave:
o Together Anywhere Leave.
o Annual Leave Purchase Scheme.
o A adoptive Leave Increase.