About the Role
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 for growth.
Responsibilities
- Conduct internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of business process controls and compliance with regulations
- Utilize auditing methodologies and AI platforms to enhance audit processes and outcomes
- Analyze financial statements and internal controls to identify areas for improvement and risk mitigation
- Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored internal audit services
- Develop and implement strategies for business process improvement and risk management
- Interpret data to provide insights and recommendations for enhancing internal controls
- Review and verify financial documents to validate accuracy and compliance with standards
- Manage stakeholder relationships to facilitate effective communication and issue resolution
- Apply knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Auditing Standards (GAAS) in audit engagements
- Lead teams in the execution of internal audit projects and mentor junior team members
Requirements
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 3 years of experience
- 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
Skills
- Business Controls
- Internal Audit
- Risk Management
- Financial Statements Analysis
- Internal Controls Assessment
- AI Platforms
- Data Analysis
- Stakeholder Management
- GAAP
- GAAS
- Analytical Thinking
- Communication
Location
- Up to 60% travel
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior Associate
- 3+ years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $77,000 - $202,000
Benefits
- Discretionary bonus
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k
- Holiday pay
- Vacation
- Personal leave
- Family sick leave
About the Company
- PwC is an equal opportunity employer.
- Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
- For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws.
- At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
