Business Process, Risk and Controls Consultant

Crowe • Dallas, TX

53d • $62,000 - $100,000

About The Position

As a Business Process, Risk and Controls professional in Crowe's Consulting Practice, you will play a critical role in helping clients manage risk, strengthen compliance, and enhance the efficiency of their operations. You will work closely with clients to understand their business processes and risk landscape, assess and test internal controls, and evaluate compliance with regulatory and accounting requirements. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing business processes, control frameworks, and technology solutions that support risk mitigation, operational effectiveness, and regulatory readiness. Whether performing operational audits, supporting Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance for IPO readiness, or advising on process optimization opportunities, you will contribute to transforming clients' internal audit and compliance programs. Collaboration is at the core of our approach—team members who work across functions to develop tailored, practical solutions that align with each client's specific needs and strategic goals. At Crowe, we empower you to take risks, to challenge yourself in specialized areas of consulting & technology, and to generate solutions that impact the firm and your professional growth. Crowe cultivates a creative company culture where you will have the opportunity to share your ideas and knowledge with clients from your very first day with the firm.

Requirements

• Moderate understanding of accounting structures as it relates to financial reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications with specific emphasis on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and internet research tools
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members, clients, and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities with a desire to learn and grow
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• Willingness to adapt and contribute in team settings, as well as work independently when needed
• Curiosity and motivation to develop specialized knowledge in your area of interest
• Interest in building professional relationships across teams, clients, and the broader business community
• Sense of ownership, accountability, and a proactive approach to learning and development
• Comfortable managing multiple assignments and meeting deadlines
• Positive, team-oriented mindset with a desire to contribute to firm, team, and client success
• Willingness to pursue a firm-supported professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CAMS, CFA, etc.)
• Basic understanding or interest in learning about internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and audit methodologies
• Willingness to travel up to 30% or more annually, depending on client and project needs
• Outstanding academic performance in one of following preferred majors or similar background: Accounting Internal Audit Forensic Accounting Business Management Finance Management Information Systems Business/Data Analytics Informatics Logistics/Supply Chain Engineering Statistics/Mathematics Economics

Responsibilities

• Provide risk management and internal audit services over operational and financial risks to clients
• Conduct internal audit and SOX consulting, including conducting process walkthroughs to understand and assess the financial and operational business processes, assess/test the design and operating effectiveness of controls, and prepare workpapers to document procedures performed
• Discuss findings and observations with engagement and client management
• Provide value-added recommendations both to our clients and to help improve our procedures and processes as a firm
• Advise clients on improving and optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls, leading practices, and other opportunities for improvement
• Conduct work within established quality guidelines and in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements, when applicable
• solution-based approaches to problem-solving during client engagements
• Develop positive relationships with key stakeholders and team members to facilitate open communication regarding pending due dates and questions
• Balance competing priorities and manage time effectively to meet client and team timelines, milestones, deadlines, turnaround times, budgets, and commitments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level