[Hiring] Compliance & Monitoring Analyst @BDO USA

Role Description

The Senior, Compliance & Monitoring supports the Compliance and Monitoring team by performing essential tasks related to the timely analysis, processing, and review of extensive grant compliance documentation required by federal and state regulations. The role provides first level compliance review and oversight, ensuring audit ready program records and adherence to applicable federal regulations. The Senior, Compliance & Monitoring reviews and validates data integrity, collaborates with program teams to resolve compliance issues, and communicates regulatory requirements to support consistent implementation. The incumbent delivers technical assistance, prepares compliance reports and presentations, and strengthens capacity building efforts by reinforcing internal controls and monitoring practices that support high quality compliance audits. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as proficiency in technology and data analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Law from an accredited university, required
• Advanced degree in Accounting or Finance, preferred
• Three (3) or more years of professional office experience including finance, accounting, audit, and/or compliance, required
• Experience in policy and compliance, emergency management, disaster recovery, mitigation, community planning, federally funded programs, housing, economic development, and/or infrastructure, preferred
• Knowledge of federal funded programs, preferred
• Knowledge of 2 CFR § 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, preferred
• Knowledge of rural healthcare initiatives, preferred
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel), required
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, preferred
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Effective data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to utilize program policies and procedures to quickly solve problems and ensure program compliance
• Willingness to ask bold questions to inform policy, welcome feedback, and proactively collaborate with the team
• Ability to meet daily and weekly production goals as set by the program
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter dedicated to providing quality work in a timely manner
• Ability to work in remote, office, or BDO offices as required
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Ability to travel to client meetings as requested

Requirements

• Assists program and project analysts in planning and conducting internal compliance reviews of all programs and functions, and prepares detailed reports
• Performs first level review of grant compliance documentation to verify completeness, accuracy, and adherence to federal and state regulatory requirements, ensuring audit ready records
• Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of compliance, monitoring, and internal control processes that support high quality grant oversight
• Works closely with program teams to resolve identified issues to conclusion
• Communicates applicable state and federal regulations to key stakeholders in collaboration with subject matter experts
• Collaborates with internal teams, project staff, and consultants to identify and recommend training, technical assistance opportunities, insights, and expertise for policy, compliance, and other relevant training to staff and key stakeholders
• Reviews internal and external presentations and reports on an ad hoc, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
• Accepts responsibility for accuracy of data entry, accumulation, and maintenance of program records
• Supports subject matter expert team with other tasks and efforts as needed
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supports onboarding and training of new compliance or program staff by reinforcing regulatory expectations, documentation standards, and internal control practices
• Assigns or coordinates compliance review activities and timelines to ensure timely completion of monitoring deliverables
• Promotes a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by modeling high standards for compliance review, documentation, and issue resolution

Benefits

• BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world.
• We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being.
• As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings.
• Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.