Chief of Audit Intelligence at PCAOB

Join us and make a difference in global investor protection.Who We AreThe Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), a nonprofit organization established by Congress, oversees the audits of public companies and SEC-registered brokers and dealers to protect investors and to further the public interest in the preparation of independent, accurate, and informative audit reports.Our investor protection mission is focused on modernizing audit standards, enhancing audit inspections, and strengthening enforcement of PCAOB rules and standards and other related laws and rules. People are at the heart of our mission at the PCAOB.  As we carry out that mission, we strive to uphold the highest standards in audit quality with investors’ families, savings, and futures in mind. We are hiring mission-driven professionals interested in a career with purpose, competitive benefit offerings, and work-life flexibility. If you are interested in working with a diverse group of talented professionals to protect investors and drive audit quality and innovation while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, join us.What We Offer At the PCAOB, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package with a focus on the health and financial well-being of our valued team members. Some of the features of our comprehensive Total Rewards package include:Compensation – We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation programs and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range, based on data-driven market analysis, for each job posting. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $290,300 - $479,200.Hybrid work option – Staff will be assigned to one of our offices or locations, including: Washington, DC (Headquarters); Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Denver, CO; Fort Lauderdale, FL; Tampa, FL; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Charlotte, NC; Philadelphia, PA; Dallas, TX; and Houston, TX. Staff can choose to live and work from anywhere within the United States but will be required to commute to their assigned office or location for occasional intentional gatherings or meetings at the frequency required by their supervisor. Travel to an assigned office or location for commuting purposes will not be considered reimbursable business travel, unless otherwise required by state law. Business travel is reimbursable in an amount not exceeding the cost to travel from the assigned office or location, unless otherwise required by state law.Generous paid time off – Up to 6 weeks annually, in addition to 12 federal holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a year-end break in December 2024.Highly competitive 401(k) match and savings options – Immediate vesting and contributions matched dollar for dollar, up to 7 percent of eligible compensation. Roth in-plan conversion available. Comprehensive and competitive health benefit offerings – Medical, dental, and vision plans.Supportive paid family leave benefits – Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and up to 16 weeks paid caregiver leave.Life insurance benefits – Basic life and AD&D insurance provided; supplemental insurance also available.Education benefits – PCAOB staff qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We also offer student loan repayment assistance, staff college tuition assistance, and college coach program support.Well-being and family resources – Mental health and well-being resources, paid volunteer time, emergency child/adult dependent back-up care services, family-forming assistance, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program (EAP), health advocate program, and more.Commuter benefits – Tax-free employer subsidy and pretax employee deductions.Position SummaryThe PCAOB has a full-time, regular position for a Chief of Audit Intelligence in the Division of Registration and Inspections (DRI). DRI inspects registered public accounting firms in connection with the firms’ performance of audits, issuance of audit reports, and related matters involving issuers, and brokers and dealers. The Chief of Audit Intelligence will report to the Director of DRI and oversee the management and use of audit profession, audit firm, and inspection information necessary for the effective planning, execution, innovation, and evolution of inspection activities. This position will also provide leadership related to technology and related data analytics to enhance future registration and inspections activities. This position will lead senior leaders, (e.g., Deputy Directors and other experienced professionals) in the Audit Intelligence Group that directly contribute to the PCAOB’s mission of protecting investors.ResponsibilitiesReport to the DRI Director on DRI’s efforts in effectively using audit profession, audit firm, and inspection information to enhance inspections, promote innovation and the evolution of inspection programs and inspection related activities, and to achieve other inspections related goals and objectives in support of the PCAOB’s Strategic Plan.Provide leadership and oversight to the effective collection, analysis and use of audit profession, audit firm, and inspection information. This includes information relevant to the following inspection-related activities for all inspections programs:Anticipate, monitor, and analyze trends and emerging risks in the business environment and in the audit profession, all with a focus on driving improvement in audit quality to protect investors.Develop strategies for inspection and inspection-related activities, including inspections planning, and audit engagement selections and reviews.Review and analyze firm reporting, including annual and periodic data requests, and non-recurring reporting requirements.Analyze inspections data and use that data to enhance future inspections activities.Lead inspections innovation activities, including innovation using data analytics and technology.Provide leadership over DRI’s registration and inspections technology activities.Interact with firm leadership and DRI senior leaders on emerging risks, data requests, firm technologies, and recurring inspection trends.Contribute to the reporting on results of inspections, including inspection reports, Spotlights, and other written and oral communications, including developing innovative ways to share information to improve audit quality and protect investors.Monitor and evaluate audit profession, firm, and inspections information for matters for the attention of the Board, other Offices and Divisions, and other DRI senior leaders.Collaborate with other Divisions and Offices in support of their strategic objectives.Represent the PCAOB at various speaking events in specialized industry conferences or forums, as requested.Oversee the assignment, review, supervision, and performance evaluation of assigned personnel, including senior leaders in DRI.Actively participate in DRI’s Performance Review Committee.Oversee or participate in the development of learning and development opportunities for inspections staff.Participate, as requested, in the PCAOB’s recruiting process.Participate in DRI’s succession planning activities.QualificationsEducation/Technical ExpertiseCurrent CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and/or CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor).Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or in a technology related field.Minimum of 20 years of recent progressively responsible experience in (1) the audit of publicly traded companies or brokers and dealers or (2) information technology areas.Comprehensive knowledge of PCAOB rules and standards and generally accepted accounting principles.Proven leadership, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal effectively with people and adversarial situations, to make decisions and find solutions, and to encourage and support change.Demonstrated self-starter with sound independent judgment and initiative, skilled in time management and prioritization.Ability to manage expectations effectively and handle multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.Proven relationship skills and the ability to partner and work strategically with individuals both internal and external to DRI and the PCAOB to drive overall solutions while managing issues and risks.Proven ability to adapt quickly to diverse work experience and assignments.Ability to handle sensitive employee and business information with utmost confidentiality.Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.Executive level presentation skills.Ability to clarify and summarize issues and propose solutions to individuals both internal and external to DRI and the PCAOB.Superior attention to detail.Ability to travel, as needed.Preferred QualificationsMBA/master’s degree.Executive level experience.Public speaking experience.Recent 5+ years of experience in data management and governance, computer science, software engineering, business administration, or related field.Recent experience with modern technologies, including, but not limited to digital transformation and leading innovation.Experience with continuous process improvement methodologies and related tools.Leadership/Management Skills and AbilitiesProven ability to drive a positive “tone at the top” of the organization and hold others accountable for doing the same.Ensures that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with the highest ethical standards and aligns with the values of the organization.Ability to motivate and inspire employees at all levels of the organization to enhance team commitment and individual performance.Proven skill as a leader capable of building, managing, and retaining talented staff.Proven ability to develop, coach, and mentor staff, and provide constant feedback and clear direction.Ability to promote collaboration by unifying teams, setting common goals, and incentivizing collaborative behavior.Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.Strong ability to build credibility, organize effectively, solve problems quickly, and communicate clearly.Possesses the balance and emotional intelligence required to meet the diverse needs of the other PCAOB Divisions and Offices.Proven ability to navigate and resolve various types of conflict in a timely and productive manner.Experience leading office or organization-wide projects and initiatives designed to address critical business challenges and achieve organizational goals and objectives.Equal Employment OpportunityAll PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. A workplace free of discrimination and harassment is fundamental to professional success and to the PCAOB's mission. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.#LI-HybridSummaryLocation: Washington, DC; Philadelphia, PA; Fort Lauderdale, FL; San Francisco, CA; New York, NY; Ashburn, VA; Dallas, TX; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Irvine, CA; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Houston, TX; Tampa, FL; Los Angeles, CAType: Full time