Director, Quality Intelligence & Causal Analysis
Role Overview
The Director, Quality Intelligence & Causal Analysis is responsible for supporting the day-to-day execution of the Firm's quality intelligence, root cause analysis, quality analytics, and predictive risk assessment activities in support of the Firm's System of Quality Management (SoQM).
Working closely with the Partner and Managing Director responsible for the function, the Director leads the analysis of quality-related information to identify underlying causes of deficiencies, emerging risks, systemic trends, and opportunities to strengthen audit quality.
The role is not responsible for concluding on the effectiveness of the System of Quality Management, assessing the severity and pervasiveness of deficiencies, or directing the Firm's monitoring program.
Those responsibilities reside within the Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting function.
The Director assists in managing and coordinating quality intelligence activities across multiple sources, including monitoring results, inspection findings, root cause analyses and causal factor analysis, Audit Quality Indicators (AQIs), remediation outcomes, and other quality-related information.
The role transforms data into actionable insights that support leadership decision-making, continuous improvement, and proactive risk management.
Key Skills for This Role
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Experience:
- Eight (8) or more of public accounting, audit quality, inspections, professional practice, quality management, risk management, regulatory, or analytical experience, required
- Experience leading root cause analysis initiatives, quality-related investigations, or complex data analysis projects, required
- Experience identifying trends, emerging risks, and systemic issues through data analysis and professional judgment, required
- Experience preparing executive-level reporting and presentations, preferred
- Experience working with quality management standards, inspection programs, monitoring activities, or regulatory matters, preferred
- License/Certifications:
- CPA, required
- Software:
- Advanced Excel skills, required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, preferred
- Experience with accounting research databases, preferred
- Language:
- Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of PCAOB QC 1000, IAASB ISQM 1, and AICPA SQMS 1 requirements
- Strong understanding of root cause analysis methodologies, causal factor analysis, remediation concepts, and continuous improvement principles
- Advanced analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to synthesize complex information into practical, actionable recommendations
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills
- Experience developing dashboards, scorecards, quality indicators, and analytical reporting
- Ability to build collaborative relationships while maintaining objectivity and professional skepticism
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, facilitate difficult conversations, and drive continuous improvement through data-driven insights
- Strong leadership skills with experience directing teams and managing complex initiatives
- Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
- National Range: $200,000 - $240,000 Maryland Range: $200,000 - $240,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $200,000 - $240,000
- National Range: $200,000 - $240,000
- Maryland Range: $200,000 - $240,000
- NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $200,000 - $240,000
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience preparing executive-level reporting and presentations, preferred
- Experience working with quality management standards, inspection programs, monitoring activities, or regulatory matters, preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, preferred
- Experience with accounting research databases, preferred
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