Managing Director – Assurance Professional Practice Group – Quality Management

Overview

A leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm is seeking a Managing Director to join their Assurance Professional Practice Group (Assurance PPG). This role will lead the firm's Quality Management (QM) strategy for the assurance practice, focusing on quality risk assessment, QC 1000 readiness, and ongoing evaluation of the system of quality management (SQM).

This position operates at the intersection of regulatory compliance, audit quality, and operational performance, requiring close partnership with leadership and cross-functional teams to translate regulatory expectations (PCAOB QC 1000, AICPA SQMS, ISQM) into effective, scalable operational approaches across the assurance practice. The role involves broad exposure across the firm, collaborating frequently with firm leadership, practice offices, National Office, and key functions including People Solutions and Technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment of firm compliance with quality standards from PCAOB, AICPA, and IAASB.
• Strategically apply SQM evaluation frameworks integrating monitoring and root-cause focused sustainable remediation.
• Drive QC 1000 readiness and regulatory alignment across functions.
• Promote operational accountability for processes and controls contributing to SQM effectiveness.
• Facilitate cross-functional coordination across audit, IT, risk, finance, governance, technology, and people teams.
• Utilize data, technology, and analytic tools to evaluate and report on SQM.
• Oversee development, implementation, and maintenance of technology solutions for documenting, maintaining, and evaluating SQM, including compliance with document retention policies.
• Identify, report, and incorporate emerging risk areas into SQM.
• Identify and address control gaps at the firm level.
• Deliver annual fully supported assessments of the design and effectiveness of quality management processes and controls, with periodic interim reporting.
• Advise leadership on quality strategy, risk posture, and inspection readiness.
• Coordinate and collaborate on quality management activities with other firm service lines.
• Lead and contribute to Assurance PPG Quality Management initiatives and projects.
• Assist in Peer Review and PCAOB external inspection processes related to QM.
• Interact with Peer Review teams and PCAOB staff on QM matters.
• Represent the firm in industry groups, committees, and forums to stay current on regulatory developments and emerging trends.
• Provide thought leadership and represent the firm's perspective in external discussions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of related experience in public accounting or internal control.
• Experience designing and implementing systems of quality management for audit firms.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams.
• Ability to understand the big picture while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to quality and confidentiality.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally to office locations.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Minimum of 7 years of supervisory and training experience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

Compensation & Benefits

• National pay range: $182,150 to $345,330 annually.
• California pay range: $222,630 to $345,330 annually.
• Actual compensation depends on factors including skills, experience, qualifications, certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location.
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package available to eligible employees.

Location

• Work location details and requirements to be discussed with the talent acquisition professional during the application process.

This employer is an equal opportunity/affirmative action organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis.