Associate, Assurance - SEC

What You Will Do:

• Execute integrated audits of financial statements and IT systems for SEC registrants, ensuring compliance with PCAOB and SEC standards.
• Perform audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, and fixed assets.
• Assess and test internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), including IT general controls (ITGCs) and application controls, in accordance with SOX 404 requirements.
• Conduct walkthroughs and substantive testing of financial statement accounts, disclosures, and related IT processes.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of IT controls for applications, databases, operating systems, networks, and reporting tools.
• Collaborate with client teams to understand business processes, IT environments, and control frameworks; obtain audit evidence; and analyze testing results.
• Draft audit findings, management letter comments, and recommendations for remediation.
• Participate in discussions with clients and leadership regarding audit results and emerging risks.
• Stay informed on SEC, PCAOB, and IT risk trends impacting clients.
• Deliver an exceptional client experience through timely and responsive communication.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, preferably in Management Information Systems or Computer Science.
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam, meeting educational requirements as defined by the applicable state board of accountancy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel for client engagements and internal meetings, including overnight stays.

• Masters degree in a related field, preferably in Management Information Systems or Computer Science.
• Prior experience or internships in public accounting with exposure to SEC or IT audits.
• Eligibility to sit for the CISA exam or CISA certification.