IT Audit Experienced Associate, IS Assurance

IT Audit Experienced Associate, IS Assurance

The Assurance Experienced Associate, IS Assurance is responsible for utilizing project management skills and applying technical knowledge to assist in the risk assessment, control testing, and evaluation of IT to determine impact of IT-related risks and controls on financial audit procedures. In this role, the Assurance Experienced Associate, IS Assurance will be charged with testing IT general controls (ITGCs) including, but not limited to, IT system logical access, change management, and IT operational controls, as well as testing business process controls key reports, and information produced by entity (IPE) for various client industry environments.

• Risk and Controls Focus: Applies understanding of IT risks and controls by:
  • Understanding and documenting client environments and the impact that IT has on related audit risks
  • Identifying controls that help mitigate the risks associated with IT in relation to the client environment
  • Obtaining and documenting an understanding of the client control environment, designing test procedures, conducting, and documenting tests of controls
  • Documenting results of procedures, as well as deficiencies, and assessing the impact of these procedures on the overall financial reporting control environment
  • Reading and reviewing client information and control documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information, and ensuring that all supporting information is documented in the work papers, and appropriate testing is performed
  • Preparing required communications to the client
  • Identifying issues and bringing them to the attention of the team and management where necessary for resolution

• Other: Applies basic knowledge and understanding of project management, business acumen and technical competency by:
  • Maintaining an organized approach to assigned tasks, including providing appropriate status reporting to the team and management
  • Coordinating with clients on requested information and ensuring timely receipt of materials
  • Performing procedures within deadlines provided
  • Building a knowledge base by reading and understanding methodology, relevant standards, and regulations
  • Building relationships with client and team
• Other duties as required

• N/A

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required

Experience:

• One (1) or more years of IT audit and/or related risk and controls experience, required
• Public accounting experience, preferred
• Experience with PCAOB and AICPA audit standards, preferred

License/

Certifications:

• CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification, highly preferred

Software:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
• Exposure to various industry ERP applications, highly preferred

Language:

• Not applicable

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and basic research skills
• Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Able to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
• Ability to encourage team environment on engagements
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
• Ability to travel as necessary

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $70,000 - $82,000
Maryland Range: $70,000 - $82,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $70,000 - $82,000

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