Internal Audit Associate

Job Overview

Compensation

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Responsibilities

• Internal Auditing: Execute risk-based internal audits, operational reviews, and control testing while evaluating the effectiveness of business processes and internal controls.
• Risk Assessment: Participate in enterprise risk assessments and assist with the development and execution of the annual internal audit plan.
• Control Evaluation: Document business processes, perform walkthroughs, assess control design, and identify opportunities to strengthen the control environment.
• Compliance & SOX: Support SOX testing, regulatory compliance initiatives, and ongoing monitoring of internal control effectiveness.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare audit documentation, communicate findings, and collaborate with business leaders to develop practical recommendations and corrective actions.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to continuous auditing initiatives, data analytics, automation projects, and enhancements to the internal audit function.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is required.
• Certification: CPA, CIA, or progress toward one of these professional certifications is required.
• Experience: 2–5 years of internal audit experience within a financial services organization is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience within mortgage, real estate, REIT, banking, asset management, or other financial services environments is required, and knowledge of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required, and experience with data analytics, AI tools, or audit technologies is preferred.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently, collaborate across departments, and manage multiple priorities are required.