Governance, Risk, and Compliance Experienced Associate or Senior Associate

About the role

The Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Experienced Associate or Senior Associate position is part of Weaver's growing contract compliance practice. This role involves day-to-day project management of up to six concurrent engagements, including franchise audits, vendor and supplier audits, licensing and royalty audits, joint venture and partnership audits, most favored nation reviews, and construction audits.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day project management of 1-6 concurrent engagements
• Project planning, execution of engagement objectives
• Daily interaction and communication with client personnel
• Performing the initial review of Associate workpapers
• Supervise teams of 1 - 6 staff members on multiple concurrent engagements
• Ensure timely feedback, direction, and resources for less experienced staff
• Understand the client’s industry (franchising, manufacturing/distribution, oil and gas) or quickly adapt to an unfamiliar industry
• Have an advanced understanding of accounting and audit concepts, including internal control theory and internal audit standards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• CPA or CPA candidate, CIA, or CIA candidate with 1 - 3+ years of experience in public accounting
• Thorough understanding of GAAP, and IIA
• Proficient at Microsoft Excel, Word, Microsoft Copilot
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team orientation and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong project management skills
• Thorough understanding of contract compliance audits, COSO internal control framework, Internal Audit Standard, and the Sarbanes Oxley Act
• Basic familiarity with GAAP

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field
• Advanced understanding of contract compliance audits, financial reporting, transaction cycles, and business processes
• Ability to mentor and help develop less experienced staff
• Demonstrate independent thinking and strong decision making

Benefits

Weaver offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive health benefits, flexible scheduled time off (STO), minimum of 56 hours of sick and safe leave, 11 holidays, and 2 scheduled recharge days. Additionally, Weaver provides in-house CPE and learning opportunities through its internal Learning & Development department. Weaver is committed to supporting its employees by fostering a safe and inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and promotes personal and professional growth.