Armanino

Senior Associate, IT Audit & Attest

Armanino$94K — $124K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Accounting, MIS, IT, or related field.
  • 2+ years of Public Accounting experience, focusing on SOC, HITRUST, or ISO.
  • Experience in supervising staff members.
  • Strong project management capabilities.
  • Ability to identify and document internal control deficiencies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and perform SOC examinations, HITRUST certifications, and ISO assessments.
  • Lead a team under the guidance of a Manager or Partner.
  • Learn client platforms and their security structures.
  • Assess and document controls and system weaknesses.
  • Conduct logical analyses of control activities and documentation.
  • Review staff workpapers and provide constructive feedback.
  • Draft SOC examination and ISO audit reports.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and sick time.
  • Flexible work arrangements available.
  • 401K plan with profit sharing option.
  • Wellness program support.
  • Generous parental leave policy.
  • 11 paid holidays annually.
Full Job Description
Job Responsibilities
  • Supervise, plan, and perform SOC examinations, HITRUST certifications, ISO assessments, and ITGC support. 

  • Lead a team of staff members under supervision of a Manager and/or Partner.

  • Learn the client's platform structure, security, and software.

  • Learn the client’s system and control environment and how it impacts their associated customer users.

  • Exercise professional skepticism in the critical assessment of audit evidence.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of basic and moderately complex workpaper preparation.

  • Analyze control activities and supporting documentation and draw logical conclusions.

  • Identify, assess, and document controls and weaknesses in client systems.

  • Thoroughly evaluate assigned areas of controls testing and identify potential points for improvement.

  • Know and apply specialized knowledge, for example, the SOC Trust Services Criteria and SOC report framework, and the rules, regulations, and code of ethics of the AICPA.

  • Perform timely review of staff workpapers and provide constructive feedback.

  • Perform drafting of SOC examination reports, ISO internal audit reports, or equivalent.

  • Understand and comply with the Firm’s quality control policy.

  • Update Managers and/or Partners of job status and assurance issues in timely manner.

  • Perform some management duties, including: second review of workpapers, directly report to Partner and attend board/client presentations/meetings.

Requirements
  • Degree in Accounting, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or related field.

  • Minimum of 2 years of Public Accounting experience with exposure to SOC, HITRUST, or ISO engagements.

  • Experience in supervising staff professionals.

  • Strong project management skills.

  • Ability to identify internal control deficiencies and document management letter comments for purposes of communicating deficiencies and weaknesses to clients.

  • Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Engagement

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • Achieved or working towards CPA or CISA certification. 

"Armanino" is the brand name under which Armanino LLP and Armanino Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with law, regulations, and professional standards. Armanino LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services, and Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax, advisory, and business consulting services. Armanino Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. Certain states require us to disclose the pay range and benefits summary for job openings. For Northern California residents, the compensation range for this position: $94,400 - $124,900. Compensation may vary based on skills, role, and location. Eligible employees at certain levels can participate in a discretionary long-term financial incentive plan, subject to plan participation rules. Armanino has a robust offering of benefits, including: 
  • Medical, dental, vision

  • Generous PTO plan and paid sick time

  • Flexible work arrangements

  • 401K with Profit Sharing

  • Wellness program

  • Generous parental leave

  • 11 paid holidays

For positions based in San Francisco, consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.   For Individuals who would be working within the City of Los Angeles, Armanino will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance  To view our Consumer Notice at Collection for job applicants, please visit: https://www.armanino.com/terms/ccpa-employee-notice/  We have a community of resources that are ready and willing to support your ideas, build your skills and expand your professional network.

About Armanino

Armanino is one of the largest independent accounting and business consulting firms in the United States, with offices in California, Texas, and Illinois. The firm provides a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including audit and assurance, tax planning and compliance, business consulting, and technology consulting. Armanino is committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to help clients achieve their goals and succeed in today's rapidly changing business environment.
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Size
1,200 employees
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Founded
1953

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