Required key skills:
This role involves conducting technical assessments of independence-related issues, providing guidance to firm personnel, and ensuring the firm's compliance with global independence standards.
Key responsibilities will include:
1) Policy Development and Implementation:
- Develop and implement comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure compliance with independence standards.
- Regularly review and update policies in response to changes in regulations and industry best practices.
- Communicate policies and procedures effectively across the firm.
2) Technical Assessments:
- Conduct technical assessments of independence issues, including potential conflicts of interest.
- Involved in providing advice on complex independence matters to engagement teams.
- Develop and maintain a robust framework for evaluating and documenting independence assessments.
3) Training and Education:
- Design and deliver training programs on independence requirements.
- Ensure ongoing education and awareness of independence policies and regulatory changes.
4) Compliance Monitoring:
- Oversee the monitoring and testing of compliance with independence policies.
- Assist in investigations and remediation efforts for any identified breaches of independence.
5) Reporting and Documentation:
- Prepare reports on independence matters for presentation to the senior leaders.
- Maintain thorough documentation of all independence assessments, decisions, and policy updates.
6) Continuous Improvement:
- Execute identified opportunities for process improvements and implement enhancements to the independence program.
- Stay current with industry trends and regulatory developments to ensure the firms independence policies remain cutting-edge
Keyskills: Policy Development & Implementation Independence Risk Assessment Chartered Accountant IFAC Quality & Risk Management SEC Training & Awareness Internal Audit PCAOB Compliance Monitoring & Reporting Technical Advisory Conflict of Interest Assessment