Audit Process & Quality Senior Director

$172,000 - $258,000/Yr

Grant Thornton - Denver, CO

Full-time - Senior

Denver, CO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Director, Quality Monitoring and Remediation (QMR) at Grant Thornton will play a pivotal role in enhancing the Audit & Assurance System of Quality Management (SoQM). This position involves strategic oversight, independent risk assessments, and the development of adaptive monitoring strategies to ensure compliance with high-quality standards. The Senior Director will lead investigative analyses of quality events, perform root cause analyses, and monitor remedial actions to foster a culture of excellence and innovation within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives and standards implementation related to quality monitoring and remediation.
• Work closely with the audit executive team and other leadership to ensure quality monitoring strategies align with the firm's overall business objectives.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance the SoQM, leveraging emerging technologies and best practices.
• Establish and maintain a robust governance framework for quality monitoring and remediation activities.
• Oversee the development and implementation of monitoring policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Provide strategic direction for risk management activities, including the identification, assessment, and mitigation of quality risks.
• Assist in developing and presenting reports to various stakeholders regarding results and suggested improvements.
• Mentor and develop managers within the QMR team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Support the firm's implementation of QC 1000, the PCAOB quality control standard.
• Maintain active communication with process/response owners to manage expectations, complete testing, and monitor remediation efforts.
• Consult and work with response/process owners to perform root cause analysis, develop recommendations on business/process improvements and serve as a risk and controls advisor.
• Lead the development of training materials and a centralized resource center of established and approved content to support the QMR Testing Program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• A minimum of 7+ years of progressive audit or advisory experience in medium to large public accounting firm or equivalent.
• Current or prior external or internal audit, business risk or IT controls experience.
• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), preferred.
• Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including proficiency in US GAAP, GAAS, ISQM 1 and PCAOB rules and standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, coordinate, and complete multiple tasks.
• Detail oriented and deadline-focused.
• Team oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously at times, involving team members and escalating issues as needed.
• Strong relationship building skills.
• A focus on strong client service and responsiveness.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Productivity Applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, and SharePoint).
• Experience using other tools such as Smartsheet or Power BI, desired.

Benefits

• Personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities, roles, and aspirations.
• Discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan for eligible employees.
• Paid sick leave and paid holidays.