IT Audit Associate - College Program

Kearney & Company is seeking IT Audit Associates to join our team. This position is a great entry-level opportunity for new graduates who want hands-on IT audit experience working with federal government agencies throughout the United States.

About the role

Work location may be in the office, but because we are a client-facing organization, you can typically expect to be at client sites. Travel opportunities may be presented (depending on client to client). Work schedules and client needs vary from engagement to engagement and are always subject to change.

Location: Washington DC Metro Area

Responsibilities

• Assist in external and internal financial audits/assessments by performing tests around financial system controls compliance.
• Work on various engagements including financial statement audits, A-123 internal controls audit readiness, develop IT sampling plans, draft written audit findings, and FISMA security work.
• Perform audit procedures to determine the design and operating effectiveness of the controls.
• Perform risk assessments.
• Determine compliance with policies and selected laws/regulations.
• Review and evaluate internal controls and supporting documentation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations.
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of the Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities.
• Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables.
• Work in a team environment and communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Balance multiple projects concurrently.
• Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn.
• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment.
• Exhibit strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Demonstrate strong digital dexterity: execute work with independence and the capability of being agile, adept, and effective while embracing any existing or emerging technology for yielding a better business solution or outcome.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Information Systems (or other IT-related major) OR Double Major/Concentration in Accounting AND Information Science, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems (or other IT-related major).
• Willing to work on-site in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area as client-based needs arise.
• Ability to travel at least 25%, barring any travel restrictions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an interim U.S. Secret security clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CISA, CPA candidate, or eligibility to sit for CPA certification is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and monetary assistance for CPA exam preparation.
• Certification bonuses (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CPA).
• Paid for all additional hours worked that exceed the forty-hour work week (based on assignment).
• Mentor Program.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Pet Insurance.
• Compensation & Recognition Incentives.
• 401(k) and Education Savings Plan.
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Coverage, Life Insurance.
• Family & Work Life Benefits.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Paid Time Off and Flexible Work Schedules.
• Fitness Benefits.
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances.
• Legal Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $78,000. This range is representative of base pay only and does not include straight time pay for hours worked over 40 per week, company contributions towards paid benefits, and/or bonuses. Actual compensation (meeting or exceeding the range) will be determined based on specific experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses (when applicable).