Director - Forensics & Technology Advisory Services
Apply NowCompany: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Location: Durham, NC 27713
Description:
About the Role:
You are the subject matter expert and representative for forensics and technology advisory by leading a team and collaborating with partners to govern and develop standards for the discipline. Responsibility for revenue and controllable expense budget for forensics, technology advisory, and National Accreditation Commission (NAC), developing strategy to grow both areas internationally, and managing credential programs for Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) and Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) credentials and exams. You'll report to VP - Member Value, Tax & Advisory Services and have 4 direct reports. This is a remote position.
You Will:
Lead forensic and technology disciplines and NAC to achieve strategic goals of growth, revenue and professional competency.
Govern CFF and CITP credentials including opportunities for expansion, relevance of the bodies of knowledge, psychometric exam administration, recertifications, and job analyses.
Lead advocacy efforts for forensic and technology advisory services through collaboration with the legislative affairs team and internal/external partners to analyze developments and issues affecting forensic accounting and technology advisory services.
Responsible for membership growth including the public accounting practice unit, Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) section, CFF and CITP credentials; controllable expense budgets for FVS (shared with Valuation), Technology Advisory, and NAC; forensic accounting and technology advisory related products including development and marketing.
Manage strategic relationships (Big 4, MFG, State Societies, regulatory bodies, competing organizations, alliance organizations, academia, vendors, consultants, influencers, and members) and committees for Forensic and Valuation Services Executive Committee (Sr. Committee with standard setting authority and speaking out rights), Forensic & Litigation Services Committee, Information Management Technology and Assurance Executive Committee, Certified Information Technology Professional Credential Committee, CFF Credential Committee and National Accreditation Commission.
Respond to media, technical inquiries, practice development questions, product development and regulatory issues.
You Have:
Minimum 8-10 years related experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Subject matter expertise in existing accounting and credential methods, tools, markets and market-related programs from the perspectives of the competition, the member base and the regulatory environment; able to apply this knowledge to remain relevant with AICPA's specialty credentials advantages.
Experience using business process improvement tools and techniques to understand, monitor, update, or enhance existing business or work processes.
Knowledge of the accounting any of the following disciplines: Personal Financial Planning (PFP); Business Valuation (BV); Forensic and Litigation Support (FLS); and Information Technology (IT).
General knowledge of the regulatory and standards landscape
How We Support You:
We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You'll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.
We offer benefit options in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time-off, parental leave, an employee assistance program. We provide resources that support your mental health, and evolve our offerings to meet your needs. We care about our employees' welfare and focus our benefits package on the benefits which support your wellbeing. We also recognize that everyone has different priorities, so in addition to our core benefits to support your health we offer flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family and your lifestyle.
We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.
About Us:
At The Association, a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we are transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world's most accomplished accountants to stay relevant, meet today's demands, and prepare for tomorrow's challenges through quality education, resources, and training.
Learn more about The Association on LinkedIn and our Career Site.
#LI-Remote
#GreatPlacetoWork
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
The Annual Salary Range for this role is: $159,000-$200,000
Please note, this is a standard range and exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. If you'd like to understand more on the salary range, please contact the recruiter listed on this posting.
If you're interested in this role, please apply before Friday 30 May.
While this role can work remotely in the US, please note that we are unable to employ individuals in the state of California.
You are the subject matter expert and representative for forensics and technology advisory by leading a team and collaborating with partners to govern and develop standards for the discipline. Responsibility for revenue and controllable expense budget for forensics, technology advisory, and National Accreditation Commission (NAC), developing strategy to grow both areas internationally, and managing credential programs for Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) and Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF) credentials and exams. You'll report to VP - Member Value, Tax & Advisory Services and have 4 direct reports. This is a remote position.
You Will:
Lead forensic and technology disciplines and NAC to achieve strategic goals of growth, revenue and professional competency.
Govern CFF and CITP credentials including opportunities for expansion, relevance of the bodies of knowledge, psychometric exam administration, recertifications, and job analyses.
Lead advocacy efforts for forensic and technology advisory services through collaboration with the legislative affairs team and internal/external partners to analyze developments and issues affecting forensic accounting and technology advisory services.
Responsible for membership growth including the public accounting practice unit, Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) section, CFF and CITP credentials; controllable expense budgets for FVS (shared with Valuation), Technology Advisory, and NAC; forensic accounting and technology advisory related products including development and marketing.
Manage strategic relationships (Big 4, MFG, State Societies, regulatory bodies, competing organizations, alliance organizations, academia, vendors, consultants, influencers, and members) and committees for Forensic and Valuation Services Executive Committee (Sr. Committee with standard setting authority and speaking out rights), Forensic & Litigation Services Committee, Information Management Technology and Assurance Executive Committee, Certified Information Technology Professional Credential Committee, CFF Credential Committee and National Accreditation Commission.
Respond to media, technical inquiries, practice development questions, product development and regulatory issues.
You Have:
Minimum 8-10 years related experience
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Subject matter expertise in existing accounting and credential methods, tools, markets and market-related programs from the perspectives of the competition, the member base and the regulatory environment; able to apply this knowledge to remain relevant with AICPA's specialty credentials advantages.
Experience using business process improvement tools and techniques to understand, monitor, update, or enhance existing business or work processes.
Knowledge of the accounting any of the following disciplines: Personal Financial Planning (PFP); Business Valuation (BV); Forensic and Litigation Support (FLS); and Information Technology (IT).
General knowledge of the regulatory and standards landscape
How We Support You:
We provide flexibility to help you achieve a good work-life balance. You'll be part of a global, diverse team who foster an environment of inclusion and belonging where you are valued for who you are and where you come from.
We offer benefit options in and out of the workplace, including healthcare, retirement, paid time-off, parental leave, an employee assistance program. We provide resources that support your mental health, and evolve our offerings to meet your needs. We care about our employees' welfare and focus our benefits package on the benefits which support your wellbeing. We also recognize that everyone has different priorities, so in addition to our core benefits to support your health we offer flexible options for you to choose benefits that are right for you, your family and your lifestyle.
We believe in non-stop learning and are committed to investing in learning opportunities that help you reach your full potential and support your continued development.
About Us:
At The Association, a Great Place to Work-Certified company, we are transforming the accounting and finance profession. We are future-focused, empowering the world's most accomplished accountants to stay relevant, meet today's demands, and prepare for tomorrow's challenges through quality education, resources, and training.
Learn more about The Association on LinkedIn and our Career Site.
#LI-Remote
#GreatPlacetoWork
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
The Annual Salary Range for this role is: $159,000-$200,000
Please note, this is a standard range and exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. If you'd like to understand more on the salary range, please contact the recruiter listed on this posting.
If you're interested in this role, please apply before Friday 30 May.
While this role can work remotely in the US, please note that we are unable to employ individuals in the state of California.