Experienced Senior, Compliance & Monitoring
Job Summary:
The Experienced Senior, Compliance & Monitoring supports the Compliance and Monitoring team by performing essential tasks related to the timely analysis, processing, and review of extensive grant compliance documentation required by federal and state regulations. This role provides second level compliance review and oversight, ensuring audit-ready program records and adherence to applicable federal regulations. The incumbent reviews and validates data integrity, collaborates with program teams to resolve compliance issues, and communicates regulatory requirements to support consistent implementation. The position delivers technical assistance, prepares compliance reports and presentations, and strengthens capacity building efforts by reinforcing internal controls and monitoring practices that support high quality compliance audits.
Job Duties:
• Assists program and project analysts in planning and conducting internal QA/QC reviews of all programs and functions, and prepares detailed reports
• Performs second level review of grant compliance documentation to verify completeness, accuracy, and adherence to federal and state regulatory requirements, ensuring audit ready records
• Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of compliance, monitoring, and internal control processes that support high quality grant oversight
• Works closely with program teams to resolve identified issues to conclusion
• Communicates applicable state and federal regulations to key stakeholders in collaboration with subject matter experts
• Collaborates with internal teams, project staff, and consultants to identify and recommend training, technical assistance opportunities, insights, and expertise for policy, compliance, and other relevant training to staff and key stakeholders
• Reviews internal and external presentations and reports on an ad hoc, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
• Provides overall support to capacity-building initiatives, including but not limited to web-based seminars, printed manuals, group sessions, and training videos
• Accepts responsibility for accuracy of data entry, accumulation, and maintenance of program records
• Supports subject matter expert team with other tasks and efforts as needed
• Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Provides functional oversight and guidance to Compliance & Monitoring staff and/or program liaisons performing second level compliance reviews
• Oversees corrective action plans (CAPs) to ensure timely resolution of findings, documenting progress and outcomes in the system of record
• Supports onboarding and training of new compliance or program staff by reinforcing regulatory expectations, documentation standards, and internal control practices
• Assigns or coordinates compliance review activities and timelines to ensure timely completion of monitoring deliverables
• Contributes to performance feedback by identifying strengths, gaps, and training needs related to compliance documentation and monitoring processes; provides feedback to career advisors/line managers on a weekly basis
• Promotes a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by modeling high standards for compliance review, documentation, and issue resolution
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Law from an accredited university, required
• Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred
Experience:
• Four (4) or more years of professional office experience including finance, accounting, audit, and/or compliance, required
• Experience in policy and compliance, emergency management, disaster recovery, mitigation, community planning, federally funded programs, housing, economic development, and/or infrastructure, preferred
• Knowledge of federal funded programs, preferred
• Knowledge of 2 CFR § 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, preferred
• Knowledge of rural healthcare initiatives, preferred
License/Certifications:
• N/A
Software:
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), required
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, preferred
Language:
• N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Effective data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to utilize program policies and procedures to quickly solve problems and ensure program compliance
• Willingness to ask bold questions to inform policy, welcome feedback, and proactively collaborate with the team
• Ability to meet daily and weekly production goals as set by the program
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter dedicated to providing quality work in a timely manner
• Ability to work in remote, office, or BDO offices as required
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Ability to travel to client meetings as requested
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:
Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!
*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
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The Experienced Senior, Compliance & Monitoring supports the Compliance and Monitoring team by performing essential tasks related to the timely analysis, processing, and review of extensive grant compliance documentation required by federal and state regulations. This role provides second level compliance review and oversight, ensuring audit-ready program records and adherence to applicable federal regulations. The incumbent reviews and validates data integrity, collaborates with program teams to resolve compliance issues, and communicates regulatory requirements to support consistent implementation. The position delivers technical assistance, prepares compliance reports and presentations, and strengthens capacity building efforts by reinforcing internal controls and monitoring practices that support high quality compliance audits.
Job Duties:
• Assists program and project analysts in planning and conducting internal QA/QC reviews of all programs and functions, and prepares detailed reports
• Performs second level review of grant compliance documentation to verify completeness, accuracy, and adherence to federal and state regulatory requirements, ensuring audit ready records
• Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of compliance, monitoring, and internal control processes that support high quality grant oversight
• Works closely with program teams to resolve identified issues to conclusion
• Communicates applicable state and federal regulations to key stakeholders in collaboration with subject matter experts
• Collaborates with internal teams, project staff, and consultants to identify and recommend training, technical assistance opportunities, insights, and expertise for policy, compliance, and other relevant training to staff and key stakeholders
• Reviews internal and external presentations and reports on an ad hoc, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
• Provides overall support to capacity-building initiatives, including but not limited to web-based seminars, printed manuals, group sessions, and training videos
• Accepts responsibility for accuracy of data entry, accumulation, and maintenance of program records
• Supports subject matter expert team with other tasks and efforts as needed
• Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Provides functional oversight and guidance to Compliance & Monitoring staff and/or program liaisons performing second level compliance reviews
• Oversees corrective action plans (CAPs) to ensure timely resolution of findings, documenting progress and outcomes in the system of record
• Supports onboarding and training of new compliance or program staff by reinforcing regulatory expectations, documentation standards, and internal control practices
• Assigns or coordinates compliance review activities and timelines to ensure timely completion of monitoring deliverables
• Contributes to performance feedback by identifying strengths, gaps, and training needs related to compliance documentation and monitoring processes; provides feedback to career advisors/line managers on a weekly basis
• Promotes a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by modeling high standards for compliance review, documentation, and issue resolution
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Law from an accredited university, required
• Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred
Experience:
• Four (4) or more years of professional office experience including finance, accounting, audit, and/or compliance, required
• Experience in policy and compliance, emergency management, disaster recovery, mitigation, community planning, federally funded programs, housing, economic development, and/or infrastructure, preferred
• Knowledge of federal funded programs, preferred
• Knowledge of 2 CFR § 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, preferred
• Knowledge of rural healthcare initiatives, preferred
License/Certifications:
• N/A
Software:
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), required
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, preferred
Language:
• N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Effective data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to utilize program policies and procedures to quickly solve problems and ensure program compliance
• Willingness to ask bold questions to inform policy, welcome feedback, and proactively collaborate with the team
• Ability to meet daily and weekly production goals as set by the program
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter dedicated to providing quality work in a timely manner
• Ability to work in remote, office, or BDO offices as required
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Ability to travel to client meetings as requested
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:
Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!
*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
Click here to find out more!
Apply To This Job