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Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Business Controls

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity
As an IT Audit/SOX- Experienced Associate, you will engage in providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements and internal controls, enhancing the credibility of information for various stakeholders. Within our Risk Consulting practice, you will help build and deliver comprehensive internal audit services across industries, leveraging AI and other technologies to address a wide range of risks. This role involves evaluating compliance with regulations and optimizing governance and risk management processes.
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 to build meaningful connections and manage diverse perspectives. This role encourages you to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, enhancing your personal brand and technical skills.
In this role, you will take ownership of your development, applying a learning mindset to adapt to a fast-paced environment. You will gather information from various sources to analyze facts and discern patterns, contributing to the success of your team and clients. This position offers a chance to deepen your understanding of business contexts and build commercial awareness, setting the stage for future opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Conducting IT audits and SOX compliance assessments to evaluate internal controls and risk management processes
- Collaborating with clients to understand their business processes and identify areas for improvement in internal audit functions
- 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 engagements
- Leveraging artificial intelligence platforms to enhance audit processes and deliver insights
- Supporting the setup and transformation of internal audit functions across various industries
- Engaging in business process improvement initiatives to optimize audit efficiency and effectiveness
- Developing and maintaining data security and quality standards within audit frameworks
- Assisting in the preparation and review of audit reports and documentation for stakeholders
- Participating in project management activities to validate timely delivery of audit services
What You Must Have
- At least a Bachelor's degree in one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Accounting & Technology, Business Administration/Management, Computer and Information Science, Computer and Information Science & Accounting, Economics, Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance & Technology, Engineering, Finance, Management Information Systems, Management Information Systems & Accounting, Mathematics
- 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
- At least one of the following: Current pursuit of or an active CPA, CIA or CISA license
- Demonstrating proficiency in IT Audit and Internal Controls
- Utilizing data analysis and interpretation skills for audit processes
- Applying knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Auditing Standards (GAAS)
- Engaging in business process improvement and compliance auditing
- Leveraging experience with risk analysis and operational risk management
- Excelling in stakeholder management and communication within diverse teams

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-glanceAs PwC is anequal 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-workFor 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.