Internal Audit/SOX- Experienced Associate

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Business Controls

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As an Internal Audit/SOX- Experienced Associate, you will engage in providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements and internal controls, enhancing the credibility of this information for various stakeholders. Within our Risk & Regulatory practice, you will contribute to building and delivering comprehensive internal audit services across diverse industries, utilizing AI and other risk technologies to address a wide range of challenges.

As an Associate, you will focus on learning and contributing to client engagements while developing your skills to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients, learning how to build meaningful connections and manage complex situations. This role emphasizes curiosity, adaptability, and personal growth, encouraging you to embrace challenges as opportunities for development.

In this role, you will be part of a team that helps organizations harness the power of internal audit to protect value and navigate disruption. You will take ownership of your work, consistently delivering quality results that drive value for clients and contribute to team success. This position offers a dynamic environment where every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, building a personal brand and opening doors to future opportunities.

Responsibilities

- Conducting internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with regulations
- Collaborating with clients to understand their business processes and identify areas for improvement
- Utilizing auditing methodologies and data analysis techniques to assess financial statements and internal controls
- Applying knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) in audit processes
- Leveraging artificial intelligence platforms to enhance audit efficiency and accuracy
- Supporting the setup and transformation of internal audit functions across various industries
- Engaging in risk analysis and management to help organizations navigate potential disruptions
- Developing and maintaining comprehensive audit reports and documentation
- Participating in project management activities to validate timely delivery of audit services
- Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and issue resolution

What You Must Have

- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 1 years of experience
- Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

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
- Demonstrating proficiency in auditing methodologies and compliance auditing
- Utilizing data analysis and interpretation skills to inform insights
- Excelling in communication and stakeholder management
- Applying knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS)
- Engaging in business process improvement and operational risk management

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $63,000 - $140,000. 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.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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.