Business Risk Assurance - Senior

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for applying knowledge of accounting principles, concepts, and theories in conducting activities in support of Business Risk audits or internal controls Completes assignments that are complex in nature and broad in scope, requiring experience in auditing / accounting / finance principles.

• Perform risk-based internal audits of financial, operational, and IT processes to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with policies and regulations utilizing defined audit plans.

• Review the design and effectiveness of IT general controls (ITGCs) including access management, change control, data security, and system development life cycle.

• Perform detailed financial and operational audits, including testing account balances, revenue recognition, expense reporting, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Evaluate ERP systems and financial software controls (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) to ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Identify and document business risks, control deficiencies, and process improvement opportunities and make practical, risk-based recommendations to management.

• Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented audit reports summarizing findings, root causes, and agreed-upon actions with stakeholders.

• Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Operations teams to support enterprise risk management initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

• Assist in monitoring the implementation of corrective action plans and follow up on outstanding audit issues to ensure timely resolution.

• Provide advisory support for new system implementations, accounting policy changes, or process redesigns, ensuring that controls are considered during the planning stages.

• Maintain knowledge of current accounting standards (e.g., GAAP/IFRS), cybersecurity frameworks, and auditing best practices, and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and training.

• Receives general guidance on assigned activities, escalating findings to manager.

• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 3-5 years of audit, risk management or business advisory experience.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) designation preferred.

• Exhibits ability to work cooperatively both in a team environment and independently.

• Must have competencies that include general business acumen, organization skills, and ability to be accurate and timely in completing work assignments.

• Supports the implementation of the Business Risk Assurance strategic plan through audits of the accounting and statistical data of the organization as well as the activities of various departments to ensure compliance with plans, policies and procedures prescribed by the business risk team.

Additional Skills and Abilities