Communications Manager - Public Sector, Intel

BDO is seeking a senior manager to support one or more solution areas for Intelligence Community (IC) government agencies, to include strategic communications, financial management, operational business processes, data analysis, change management, and/or business process improvement. The individual in this position will be responsible for partnering with senior leaders within the Practice to manage business development, practice development, and project delivery activities. This position may include direct supervision of staff, performance management, problem resolution, task delegation, and/or client project execution. They will drive problem solving and fact finding, while working side by side with experienced team members, management, and client leadership, and will support or lead firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives.

Job Duties:

• Delivers a full range of services that uses their educational background, experience, and organizational skills while serving BDO’s dynamic public sector client base
• Assists with firm practice, solution, and business development initiatives
• Supports or leads task areas while coordinating closely with engagement team management and client leadership on strategy, planning, execution, status, and review processes
• Supports clients with key financial and budgetary, information technology, and operational transformation initiatives
• Adapts to a changing client environment while meeting client expectations
• Manages priorities and works effectively to initiate correspondence and task completion 
• Supports multiple efforts through flexible multi-task coordination
• Provides summary recommendations to team leadership regarding assigned work stream
• Applies fundamental industry knowledge and standards to support client reviews, improvements, and/or implementations
• Communicates and maintains relationships with key client personnel to ensure a shared understanding of business processes, operations, and functions
• Prepares presentations and briefings, and actively participates in client meetings and day-to-day interactions
• Communicates with team management through effective status reporting and demonstrates ownership and accountability for assigned task areas and work products
• Establishes professional rapport with clients and other organizations
• Evaluates work products for technical accuracy, deliverable quality, and overall value to the client
• Attends relevant training, business seminars, and/or conferences to stay current with technical skills that align with client’s needs and changes in the industry
• Supports recruiting efforts by identifying potential candidates and participating in interviews
• Supports business development meetings and/or proposal development process with guidance from Public Sector Practice leadership
• Researches industry and market trends and develop relevant presentations and materials in support of potential firm initiatives
• Cultivates growth of existing and new business
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Assists with supervising the day-to-day workload of Public Sector direct reports related to client projects, business development, and other activities, including maintaining team productivity and review of work products
• Evaluates the performance of any Public Sector direct reports and assist in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development
• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes the annual performance evaluation for Public Sector staff as appropriate
• Serves as mentor / career advisor to Public Sector staff as appropriate

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance, preferred
• Master’s degree or relevant industry certification, preferred (see certifications below)

Experience

• Ten (10) or more years of information technology,analysis, operations, management, business, accounting, or finance experience, required
• Experience leading project delivery efforts for federal government agencies, required
• Progressive experience in managing or leading firm initiatives, client project activities, and/or staff, preferred
• Experience leading or supporting Public Sector practice, solution, and/or business development initiatives, preferred
• Public speaking and/or training experience, preferred

License(s)/Certification(s)

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance, required
• Relevant industry certification preferred, such as CPA, PMP, CGFM, CDFM, CISA, and/or Lean Six Sigma, preferred 

Software

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), required
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), preferred

Language(s)

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to support possible project-related travel
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of the functionalities and data structure of the target systems and applications
• Ability to own work product development and demonstrate initiative and accountability for assigned task areas, effectively coordinating and interacting with team members and others of varying organizational levels within the firm and/or client   
• Ability to effectively supervise staff and provide review and feedback of work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail oriented
• Ability to work independently within a team environment and with a customer service focus
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. 

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. 

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
• Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
• Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
• BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” 

*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets