Manager – Audit Quality Methodology

About the role

BDO's Audit & Assurance Quality (AAQ) function supports consistent delivery of high-quality audits and assurance engagements, developing and maintaining audit methodology, policies and guidance, monitoring compliance with professional and regulatory requirements, and providing technical support to engagement teams. The Manager – Methodology supports the development, implementation and ongoing enhancement of BDO's audit methodology, policies, guidance and related tools, executing methodology projects and helping engagement teams apply methodology requirements consistently. The role works closely with engagement teams and AAQ and will also work across other facets of audit and assurance quality.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development, maintenance and implementation of quality frameworks, methodologies, policies, guidance and tools for audit engagements
• Execute and contribute to methodology projects, taking ownership of assigned workstreams and deliverables
• Monitor changes to professional standards, regulatory requirements and industry practice and assess their implications for audit methodologies
• Aid in developing practical templates, guidance materials and resources that promote consistency, scalability and compliance
• Assist in technical consultations on audit methodology matters and guide engagement teams on complex issues
• Work with service lines and Learning & Development teams to identify capability gaps and quality risks
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance the firm's audit capabilities and reputation

Required profile

• Strong background in external audit from a reputable professional services firm
• CA qualification or equivalent
• Experience in audit quality initiatives, including designing and producing resources and facilitating learning sessions
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and independent thinking with strong problem-solving abilities

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of International Standards on Auditing and Assurance
• Strong technical judgement and project management capability

What we offer

• Health and wellbeing, social, financial and professional development benefits, including discounts on health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities
• Travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards and study and professional development support
• Leave options including enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave and the option to purchase additional leave
• On-the-job training and formal development programs