IT Audit Senior Associate | Internal Audit | Risk Advisory

Responsibilities

• Perform and document testing of IT processes related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and internal audit plans, including areas such as Logical Access, Change Management, and Computer Operations.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and identify control gaps or noncompliance with internal policies.
• Draft audit findings for management review.
• Develop and maintain key audit documentation including process narratives, risk and control matrices, test plans, and lead sheets.
• Ensure documentation reflects current processes and aligns with organizational and professional audit standards.
• Coordinate and conduct audit activities, including process walkthroughs, evidence collection and organization, and audit status updates.
• Assist in preparing clear and concise audit reports that communicate control issues, risk/business impact, and recommended action plans.
• Support project management efforts by assisting with team member testing assignments, resource planning, budget tracking, and client status meetings.
• Collaborate with project managers to keep audit work on track and aligned with objectives.
• Train, supervise, and review the work of junior team members, providing timely and constructive feedback to support their professional development and ensure quality deliverables.
• Serve in consultative role for clients seeking third-party assessments of their IT environment.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned, contributing to department initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Information Technology
• 3-5 years of experience in public accounting or publicly traded organization’s Internal Audit or IT department
• CISA, CIA or similar relevant certification
• Understanding of ERP systems and financial systems
• Ability and experience in performing SOX audits (document process flows/narratives, assess design/operational effectiveness of internal controls)
• Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley legislation and impact, COBIT and COSO
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet work-plan specifications and deadlines
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organizations, both internally and externally
• Strong documentation skills including detailed note taking, the ability to take processes and concepts from verbal meetings and document them in written form, and communicate via email using professional etiquette
• Proficient use of applicable technology, particularly MS Excel and Teams
• Familiarity with audit software tools like Workiva and AuditBoard

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• Achieve professional certifications relative to area of expertise, must have and preserve required licenses
• Must possess analytical skills
• Must be proficient in applicable technology
• Must demonstrate ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs