Internal Audit Associate (Internal Only)

Johnson Lambert LLP•Charleston, SC

55d

About The Position

We are currently seeking Internal Audit Associates to join our growing team. As an Internal Audit Associate, you will have the opportunity to actively participate in client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing and completing internal audits and consulting projects. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of statutory accounting principles, data analysis tools and techniques, and a continuous improvement mindset, along with a keen interest in leveraging technology to enhance audit workflows. Johnson Lambert is a progressive public accounting firm, specializing in providing services to the insurance, not-for-profit and employee benefit plan industries. From eight offices we provide services to clients on a national scale. Our highly trained professionals bring a unique depth of knowledge and specialization to our industry clients. We are proud of our 35 year history and excited about our future! The core values of Johnson Lambert: agility, trust, and respect guide us as an organization and an employer. Our mission is to provide the highest quality audit, tax and advisory services, within the distinct industry markets that we serve, and to earn our clients' trust as a valued business partner. We aim to be the choice employer for our profession's most innovative and dedicated talent.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Science, Business/Administration, or Information Systems
Interest in pursuing Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation
0-1 years of work experience in public accounting or internal audit
A strong track record of leadership

Nice To Haves

Experience or aptitude for using data analytics tools and techniques would be an advantage, specifically PowerBI / Alteryx / Tableau / AI applications

Responsibilities

Review clients' processes and controls against industry frameworks
Conduct and participate in client walkthrough interviews, primarily relating to key controls and processes
Identifying process and control gaps in design and execution
Document and test client internal controls
Assist in developing project workpapers, data analysis workflows, and drafting client deliverables
Develop in-depth knowledge of clients' businesses and the insurance industry by having direct client interaction while working on multiple aspects of an engagement
Think independently and strategically about your clients' business and risks providing recommendations for business and process improvements based upon knowledge gained relative to the client's operations, processes and business objectives
Provide strategic business assurance to clients by assisting in the implementation of new processes and controls that address key risks
Plan work in appropriate priorities and sequences
Manage work time appropriately to ensure client expectations and deadlines are consistently met
Actively participate in Career Development Program (CDP) activities, including leadership, recruiting, marketing, and professional areas
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automation technologies, exploring emerging trends and tools to stay at the forefront of innovation.
Continuously evaluate existing processes, seeking opportunities to further optimize and automate, driving operational excellence.