Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Internal Audit Senior Associate to support SOX 404 and internal audit engagements. Ideal candidates will bring deep SOX expertise and experience within software, technology, and manufacturing environments and serve as a trusted advisor to both clients and internal stakeholders.
Job Responsibilities
3Supervise, plan, and executeclient engagements from start to finish, including engagement planning, field work, and reporting.
3Lead a team of staff members under supervision of a manager and/or above and communicate externally and internally for engagement status and related issues ona timelybasis.
3Continuouslymonitorstatusofassignedarea, ensure resolution of open questions, issues, and/or document requests, and meet deadlines.
3Demonstrate an understanding of complex workpaper preparation.
3Continue to develop administrative, professional, and interpersonal skills to the extent of being able to organize, analyze and communicate with both the engagement team and client personnel in a professional,productiveand efficient manner.
3Develop understanding of clients business processes, evaluate design and/or operating effectiveness of internal controls, andidentifycontrol exceptions and potential points for improvement.
3Prepare and/or update business process flowcharts, control risk matrices, and control description as needed.
3Assistmanagement with risk assessment, scoping analysis, designof controls for SOX implementation engagements.
3Assistwith preparing meeting slides for communication with client management.
3Research and analyze pertinentclient,industryand technical matters.
3Develop understanding of client businesses related to assigned areas.
3Understand andcomply withthe firm quality control policy.
3Perform testing of more complex areas,timelyreview staffworkpapersandprovideconstructive feedback.
3Coach team members and clientsonareas including documentation, IPEetc.
3Continuously learn to expand technicalexpertiserelated to SOX, internal audit, IT general controls, and applicable accounting standards, and develop leadership skills.
Requirements
3Bachelorsdegree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
3Minimum of2years of experience in public accounting or corporate internal audit
3Demonstrated understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley Act, COSO, internal audit, GAAP, and GAAS.
3Experience in supervising staff professionals
3Excellent verbal and written communication skills
3Great attention to detail with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
3Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Engagement
3Demonstrated desire or progress on relevant professional designations (e.g., CPA, CIA)
Preferred Qualifications
3Masters degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
3Experience serving semiconductor clients
3Industry experience in software, technology, and/or manufacturing environments
Certain states require us to disclose the pay range and benefits summary for job openings. The compensation range for this position: $73,000 - $105,000. 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:
3Medical, dental, vision
3Generous PTO plan and paid sick time
3Flexible work arrangements
3401K with Profit Sharing
3Wellness program
3Generous parental leave
311 paid holidays