Senior Associate | IT Audit - National Attest Office

Job Description



Essential Functions And Primary Duties

• Design and conduct compliance, and security audit programs by understanding organization objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations.
• For scheduled IT audits assist in the risk assessment, planning, and audit program development processes. Actively participate in planning, entrance, and/or exit meetings.
• Complete IT audit work papers by documenting audit tests and findings.
• Document systems, processes, and controls using narratives.
• Understand and communicate the downstream impact on the business of IT control deficiencies.
• Identify and recommend IT process changes resulting in strengthened internal controls as it relates to operations, compliance or reporting (financial or non-financial) objectives.
• Collect and analyze complex data, evaluating information and systems, and drawing logical conclusions.
• Perform IT risk analysis of functions and activities to determine the nature of operations and the adequacy of the system of internal control to achieve established objectives.
• Plan, participate in/ or execute assigned IT SOX testing and special projects. Preparation of SOX plans, scheduling and communications.
• Work closely with clients’ business, technical and project teams.
• Provide oral or written presentations to clients and management during the audit and at the conclusion of each audit or special project.
• Prepare formal written reports for each audit as directed by the Manager, expressing an opinion on the adequacy of the internal control structure and its ability to support the goals and objectives at the client.
• Perform technical reviews of application controls to identify new/emerging risks and evaluate the impact of these risks within the overall control environment.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage priorities to meet deadlines.
• Conduct special purpose or consulting assignments.
• Supervise a team of IT Risk professionals
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Information System, Finance, or Accounting preferred
• Completion or in process of completing CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) or CISSP (Certified Information Security Systems Professional)
• CPA License or on track to obtain
• Advanced degree in Computer Science/Management Information Systems, Accounting or equivalent education
• 2 years of internal or external IT auditing experience
  
  

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred
• 2 years of experience in public accounting or related field
• CPA candidates preferred
• Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each assignment as necessary
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs
  
  

About Us

CBIZ Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 22 major markets coast to coast.

CBIZ strives to be our team members' employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.

Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.