Compliance Officer

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia BDO Australia Full time
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About BDO

BDO is a trusted adviser to clients looking for audit, tax and advisory services. As one of the world's leading audit and accounting organisations, we have clients of all types and sizes across an array of industry sectors.

Our values are at the core of who we are and how we work with each other and with our clients. These values are the foundation of what we deliver, IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST. This is about delivering ideas and advice that create value; quality-driven people who are motivated by providing exceptional client service; and being trusted to get the job done. Learn more about BDO.

About the team

The Compliance Officer supports the firm to ensure that risks to BDO are managed on a proactive basis and policies and procedures in respect of independence and risk management are consistently applied across all offices.

The Quality Management team ensures that arrangements, relationships and services entered into by BDO, and all firm personnel are appropriately considered from an ethics, independence and conflicts perspective in accordance with professional standards and BDO policies.

Current opportunity

Due to continued growth, we are looking to expand our team and in need of a Compliance Officer to support the business as an integral member of the Quality Management team. This role can be based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, or Adelaide.

This role will administer and process Conflict and Independence Checks (CICs) to ensure risks are mitigated prior to engagement teams within the business commencing or continuing work for BDO's clients.

Role responsibilities:

  • Administer the daily local and global Conflict and Independence Checks (CICs). Check the quality of data, follow up missing and/or incorrect information, review and approve CICs
  • Facilitate the resolution of conflicts and queries relating to CICs
  • Liaise with other BDO network firms to facilitate the resolution of potential conflicts of interest or threats to independence
  • As part of this role you will receive learning in relation to the auditor independence rules as set out in the APES Code and other standards for you to apply when resolving CICs
  • Provide assistance with client re-acceptance processes, conduct register searches, liaise with the engagement teams and facilitate the resolution of queries
  • Facilitate the consideration of all register entries and exceptions raised through the independence declaration process in accordance with the BDO Australia Independence Policies and Procedures
  • Be the first point of contact for partners and staff in relation to Independence policies and procedures

What you'll need to succeed

Our ideal candidate is inquisitive by nature and thrives in a team environment. They hold a high level of honesty and integrity, and this is reflected in everything they do. This role would suit someone that naturally gravitates to quality and detail.

Other skills and attributes we are looking for:

  • Experience in a similar role within a professional services firm would be highly regarded
  • Highly proficient and familiarity with MS Office products
  • High level communication skills with a strong ability to problem solve through collaboration with senior managers and staff
  • Knowledge of and application of the APESB Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (including independence Standards) is an advantage

What we will offer you

BDO offers professional development, collaborative culture, workplace flexibility, global career growth opportunities and an industry-competitive salary package.

We are committed to building your technical, advisory, leadership, and management skills, and balance work with promoting health, wellbeing, workplace giving and social activities. At BDO, we want you to enjoy what you do and the community of colleagues and clients you work with.

As a firm, we embrace an inclusive culture and value the difference and unique perspective of every individual. We are proud to be named an Inclusive Employer by Diversity Council Australia (DCA).

To submit your application please click Apply or for further information please contact (Insert Recruiter name) on (Insert Recruiter email address). Learn more what we offer at BDO.

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