Senior IT External Audit - US CLIENT

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Assurance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.

In digital assurance at PwC, you will focus on providing assurance services over clients' digital environment, including processes and controls, cyber security measures, data and AI systems, and their associated governance, to help organisations and their stakeholders build trust in their technology while complying with relevant regulations.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Requirements:

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Technology, Computer Security, or a related field.

• Preferred Certifications:
  CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor).

• Professional Experience:
  Minimum of 4 years of experience in auditing, accounting, IT, or computer security, including at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role.

• Technical Knowledge:
  Basic understanding of information systems controls and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Role & Responsibilities:

• Review audit controls in Aura, identify potential issues, and follow up as needed.

• Maintain fluent English communication in professional settings.

• Lead and coach team members, providing guidance and feedback.

• Assess financial reporting and IT-related risks, processes, and controls.

• Execute work programs and assessments using PwC tools to evaluate controls, security, segregation of duties, and optimization opportunities.

• Apply project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and scheduling deliverables.

• Interact with clients to deliver solutions, execute engagements, and build strong client relationships with a solid understanding of their business.

• Understand the importance of have a correct information management

• Knowledge of Information Security and Data Protection

• Correct Information Security Management

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to ethnicity; creed; color; religion; national origin; age; disability; neurodiversity; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; marital; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an inclusive organization and equal opportunity employer. 

Travel Requirements

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