The Chief Quality Risk Officer (CQRO) is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the firm's quality and risk management frameworks. This ranges from our International Standard of Quality Management 1 (ISQM1) system to our Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF), in both cases ensuring that all of BDO’s objectives and regulatory requirements are met and continuously updated as regulations inevitably shift and change.
The CQRO ensures that all audit, assurance, advisory and tax engagements are conducted with the highest standards of quality across BDO South Africa (BDO SA), ensuring rigorous and ongoing continuous improvement with regard to risk awareness and regulatory compliance, in line with industry best practices. Keith is a well regarded partner and versed in corporate governance and technical standards, provides extensive consulting to a wide range of clients and has vast experience in a variety of industries. We are confident he will take on this new role with commitment and skill.