Internal Audit - Business Process Controls/SOX - Senior Associate

The Opportunity
As an Internal Audit - Business Process Controls/SOX- Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end internal audit services to clients across various industries. Within our Risk & Regulatory practice, you will leverage your skills to evaluate compliance with regulations, assess governance, and enhance the credibility of financial statements and internal controls. This role involves optimizing internal audit functions, utilizing AI and risk technology, and addressing a full spectrum of risks to help organizations protect value and navigate disruption.
As a Senior Associate, you will focus on building meaningful client connections and learning how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical skills. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality work even when the path forward is unclear. In this role, you will use critical thinking to break down complex concepts, develop a deeper understanding of the business context, and uphold professional and technical standards. This opportunity allows you to embrace ambiguity, ask questions, and use these moments as opportunities for growth.
Responsibilities
- Conducting internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of business process controls and compliance with regulations
- Utilizing auditing methodologies and AI platforms to enhance audit processes and outcomes
- Analyzing financial statements and internal controls to identify areas for improvement and risk mitigation
- Collaborating with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored internal audit services
- Developing and implementing strategies for business process improvement and risk management
- Interpreting data to provide insights and recommendations for enhancing internal controls
- Reviewing and verifying financial documents to validate accuracy and compliance with standards
- Managing stakeholder relationships to facilitate effective communication and issue resolution
- Applying knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Auditing Standards (GAAS) in audit engagements
- Leading teams in the execution of internal audit projects and mentoring junior team members
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Financial Mathematics/Quantitative Finance, Health Administration/Public Health, Law/Legal Studies, Mathematics/Statistics
- At least one of the following: Current pursuit of or an active CPA, CIA or CISA license
- Navigating complex business environments with analytical thinking
- Utilizing auditing methodologies to enhance business process controls
- Developing insights through data analysis and interpretation
- Managing stakeholder relationships with effective communication
- Embracing change and demonstrating learning agility in dynamic settings
The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
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