Quality & Risk Management Manager

Ernst & Young, a global leader in professional services, is committed to restoring the public’s trust in professional services firms and in the quality of financial reporting. Our 107,000 people in 140 countries pursue the highest levels of integrity, quality, and professionalism in providing a range of sophisticated services centered on auditing, accounting, tax, and transactions. We strive to help all of our people achieve both their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone's contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development. Recognized by organizations such as Fortune, Working Mother, and Training magazine, Ernst & Young continually strives to be a great place to work.
Job Description:
This national practice combines strategy, design and process building to assure that Ernst & Young is focused on all issues that could be a potential risk for the firm. The Quality and Risk Management Group (Q&RM) will enable the people of Ernst & Young to be compliant and to put in place processes and procedures that will help people in the field to better do their jobs. We are in need for a bright, energetic, self-starter to perform at high levels. This position will involve process re-engineering for identifying and handling any potential risks with the firm. Responsibilities Liaise with Senior level internal clients to answer preliminary questions around risks/risk management issues. Lead/Manage presentations for Risk Management training and communications to internal groups. Other project work in related areas as it arises. Play a proactive role in evaluating existing processes around independence and procurement, and in working with the firm Partners in assessing and/or re-engineering existing services. Work on various projects to develop and/or re-engineer client acceptance, service contract reviews and other existing processes.Ernst & Young LLP, an equal opportunity employer, values the diversity of our work force and the knowledge of our people.
REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications: To qualify, candidates must have: a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related business discipline a minimum of 4-5 years of experience prior risk management background exceptional project management/organizational skills, including strong attention to detail previous experience in Big 4 or Big 4 like work environment is a plus prior client service/consultations skills a plus self-starter exceptional communications skills experience in a demanding, multitasking environment ability to interface with all levels of management must be able to work independently but within a team environment strong familiarity with technology (database input and management, including Excel) strong conflict management skills strong analytical skills, problem solving mentality