Professional Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX

Job Summary:

The Professional Practice Accounting Technical Senior Editor works with the BDO’s Professional Practice Group (PPG) to edit technical content including Blueprints, Bulletin and other practice aids concerning US GAAP and SEC financial reporting rules.

This role averages up to 20 hours per week (with some variability from week to week). Work hours will be reasonably flexible, but the editor shall have some availability during business hours (e.g., 9-5 Central time) to be accessible to BDO colleagues, with customary advance notice and scheduling.

Job Duties:

• Reviews and edits publications including BDO Bulletins and Blueprints, comment letters, for grammar and style, tone of voice, internal consistency, clarity, conciseness, nuance, potential for unintended consequences and meanings, and corporate posture
• Collaborates with multiple members of PPG and comfortable giving feedback to authors (both verbal and written)
• Manages various projects simultaneously and prioritizes projects appropriately based on deadlines and knowledge of standard-setting environment
• Supports and coaches PPG members on best practices for technical content writing informally or through small group trainings, e.g., a “lunch and learn” training session
• Supports other thought leadership and presentations as needed
• Other duties as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or English, required

Experience:

• Four (4) or more years of experience in technical writing or production, or communications, required
• Prior experience in business writing or professional service firms, preferred
• General familiarity with accounting and the US financial reporting environment, preferred

Software:

• Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, required

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

While not required, the following abilities may be differentiating factors, as such tasks may be performed in a back-up capacity:

• Ability to format content or apply brand standards using tools such as Word, PowerPoint, Templafy, or Adobe InDesign
• Ability to manage the production process, including converting it to pdf and posting content on BDO’s website using Kentico experience
• Ability to collaborate with BDO Marketing and Internal Communications on go-to-market planning and messaging

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Maryland Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

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.” Click here to find out more!
• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

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