Assurance Experienced Associate, Technology Risk Assurance

BDO USA•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Assurance Experienced Associate, Technology Risk Assurance uses project management skills and technical knowledge to assist with risk assessment, control testing, and evaluation of IT, determining the impact of IT-related risks and controls on financial audit procedures. The role tests IT general controls (ITGCs), including logical access, change management, and IT operational controls, as well as business process controls, key reports, and information produced by the entity (IPE) across client industries. The associate documents client environments and control procedures, performs and records testing, evaluates deficiencies and their impact on the financial reporting control environment, and prepares client communications. The role also coordinates requested information with clients, reports status to the team and management, meets project deadlines, develops knowledge of relevant methodology and standards, and builds relationships with clients and colleagues. Other duties may be required. No supervisory responsibilities are listed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems.
At least one year of IT audit and/or related risk and controls experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and basic research skills.
Solid organizational skills, including the ability to meet project deadlines with attention to detail.
Ability to multitask successfully while working independently or in a group environment.
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel.
Ability to encourage a team environment on engagements.
Ability to interact successfully with professionals at all levels.
Ability to travel as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience.
Experience with PCAOB and AICPA audit standards.
CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP, and/or CFE certification.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Exposure to various industry ERP applications.

Responsibilities

Understand and document client environments and the impact of IT on related audit risks.
Identify controls that mitigate IT-related risks in the client environment.
Obtain and document an understanding of client control environments; design test procedures; and conduct and document control testing.
Document procedure results and deficiencies, and assess their impact on the overall financial reporting control environment.
Review client information and control documentation for accuracy and completeness, ensure supporting information is documented in workpapers, and ensure appropriate testing is performed.
Prepare required communications to clients.
Identify issues and bring them to the attention of the team and management for resolution as necessary.
Maintain an organized approach to assigned tasks and provide appropriate status updates to the team and management.
Coordinate with clients to request information and ensure timely receipt of materials.
Perform procedures within assigned deadlines.
Develop knowledge by reading and understanding methodology, relevant standards, and regulations.
Build relationships with clients and the team.
Perform other duties as required.