Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
Deputy Chief Counsel, Division of Registration and Inspections
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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 OfferAt 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. A reasonable estimate of the salary range in all offices/locations is $242,000 - $399,100 per year.
Hybrid work option –
Staff will be assigned to one of our offices or locations, including: Washington, DC; Ashburn, VA; 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 gatherings or meetings.
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.
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 Deputy Chief Counsel in the Division of Registration and Inspections (DRI) Chief Counsel Group. DRI inspects registered public accounting firms in connection with the firm’s performance of audits, issuance of audit reports, and related matters involving issuers, and brokers and dealers. As a senior leader, the Deputy Chief Counsel will have a range of responsibilities primarily related to supporting the Chief Counsel, DRI in leading DRI’s work in the areas of remediation, report writing, inspections methodology, and registration-related consultations and advice. This role will report to the Chief Counsel, DRI and will assist in leading a group of experienced professionals that directly contribute to the PCAOB’s mission of protecting investors.ResponsibilitiesLead role in assessing compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the rules of the Board, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and professional standards in connection with issuance of reports, and related matters involving issuers or broker-dealers.
Gather and organize legal and closely related information to support identified inspection issues and drive issues to resolution.
Assist in providing leadership and oversight for key activities in the areas of remediation, report writing, inspection methodology, and certain consultations involving remediation and inspection activities.
Serve as the Division’s legal advisor, including receiving consultations from DRI teams on inspection- and registration-related matters and collaborating with the Office of General Counsel as appropriate.
Assist in overseeing performance management, including ensuring appropriate evaluations are conducted, as applicable.
Participate actively in the PCAOB’s recruiting process.
QualificationsEducation/Technical ExpertiseJuris doctor (JD) from an accredited law school in the United States.
Active member of the Bar.
Minimum of 15+ years of recent experience with a law firm, government agency, corporation, or regulatory body (or combination).
Experience in an environment related to accounting, financial matters, and/or public auditing.
Strong technical abilities and regulatory knowledge.
Knowledge of PCAOB standards and generally accepted accounting principles and/or international financial reporting standards.
Proven leadership, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated self-starter with sound independent judgment and initiative.
Proven ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment.
Ability to participate in limited travel, as needed.
Preferred QualificationsProfessional practice or technical partner (or equivalent).
Equal Employment OpportunityAll PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
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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. A reasonable estimate of the salary range in all offices/locations is $242,000 - $399,100 per year.
Hybrid work option –
Staff will be assigned to one of our offices or locations, including: Washington, DC; Ashburn, VA; 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 gatherings or meetings.
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.
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 Deputy Chief Counsel in the Division of Registration and Inspections (DRI) Chief Counsel Group. DRI inspects registered public accounting firms in connection with the firm’s performance of audits, issuance of audit reports, and related matters involving issuers, and brokers and dealers. As a senior leader, the Deputy Chief Counsel will have a range of responsibilities primarily related to supporting the Chief Counsel, DRI in leading DRI’s work in the areas of remediation, report writing, inspections methodology, and registration-related consultations and advice. This role will report to the Chief Counsel, DRI and will assist in leading a group of experienced professionals that directly contribute to the PCAOB’s mission of protecting investors.ResponsibilitiesLead role in assessing compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the rules of the Board, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and professional standards in connection with issuance of reports, and related matters involving issuers or broker-dealers.
Gather and organize legal and closely related information to support identified inspection issues and drive issues to resolution.
Assist in providing leadership and oversight for key activities in the areas of remediation, report writing, inspection methodology, and certain consultations involving remediation and inspection activities.
Serve as the Division’s legal advisor, including receiving consultations from DRI teams on inspection- and registration-related matters and collaborating with the Office of General Counsel as appropriate.
Assist in overseeing performance management, including ensuring appropriate evaluations are conducted, as applicable.
Participate actively in the PCAOB’s recruiting process.
QualificationsEducation/Technical ExpertiseJuris doctor (JD) from an accredited law school in the United States.
Active member of the Bar.
Minimum of 15+ years of recent experience with a law firm, government agency, corporation, or regulatory body (or combination).
Experience in an environment related to accounting, financial matters, and/or public auditing.
Strong technical abilities and regulatory knowledge.
Knowledge of PCAOB standards and generally accepted accounting principles and/or international financial reporting standards.
Proven leadership, analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated self-starter with sound independent judgment and initiative.
Proven ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment.
Ability to participate in limited travel, as needed.
Preferred QualificationsProfessional practice or technical partner (or equivalent).
Equal Employment OpportunityAll PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
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