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Grant Thornton

Risk Advisory Manager, Not-for-Profit and Higher Education Practice

Grant Thornton, New York, New York, us, 10261

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As Risk Advisory Manager - Not-for-Profit and Higher Education Practice, you will have the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business needs by helping them understand their risks and address them proactively and responsively within the Risk Advisory Practice. You will be supported by a resourceful environment to help you excel. From day one, you’ll be empowered by the greater Risk team to help clients achieve their vision and help you grow your career confidently. Your day-to-day may include: Review operational, financial, and technology processes to assess business risk, internal control, and overall process effectiveness and efficiency. Manage the development and execution of enterprise risk management, operational risk compliance, and internal control programs for not-for-profit and higher education clients. Oversee internal audit outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements. Identify risks and evaluate business processes and controls. Develop tailored recommendations for process improvements, revenue enhancement, cost reduction, fraud prevention, internal control, and compliance. Leverage analytics automation and AI solutions to deliver efficient and effective client services. Maintain strong relationships with clients and collaborate effectively with management and staff at all levels. Manage engagement activities, including performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, financials, quality reviews, and client communication. Participate in business development activities such as building new relationships, proposal development, and thought leadership. Understand and manage firm risk related to proposals and engagements. Lead, develop, train, coach, and evaluate staff on projects. Perform other duties as assigned. Technical skills and qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, IT, MIS, or related field. At least 6 years of relevant experience in a consulting practice serving diverse clients at a national level. Experience with or in not-for-profit organizations or higher education preferred. Knowledge of industry-specific processes, risks, controls, and best practices. Certifications such as CPA, CISA, CISSP, CIA, or CISM preferred. Internal audit, enterprise risk management, or compliance experience preferred. Experience with financial and operational audits and reviews in the not-for-profit or higher education sectors. Strong understanding of COSO frameworks and IIA IPPF. Ability to manage multiple engagements and priorities in a fast-growing environment. Experience with analytics, automation, and AI platforms. Excellent client service, communication, analytical, organizational, and project management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ability to travel as needed. Hybrid work model requiring in-person attendance at least two days per week in New York, NY. The base salary range in our New York, NY office is $129,600 to $194,400.

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