Internal Audit Associate (Client Service)

Doeren Mayhew CPAs and Advisors•Troy, MI

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Audit Associate works as a member of the Financial Institution Group’s (FIG) Internal Audit team to provide internal audit services to financial institution clients. This role identifies and evaluates processes and risks to determine the design and effectiveness of internal controls. Under supervision, IA Associates are expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion based on their internal audit knowledge of processes, risks, controls, and regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or equivalent degree as determined by internal audit group leadership.
Excellent analytical, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment

Nice To Haves

CIA or CPA License preferred
CIA or CPA-eligible, or has a progressive plan toward passing the CIA or CPA exam in place
Experience performing financial, operational or system audits a plus

Responsibilities

Conduct audit work with integrity, due professional care, and professional skepticism while maintaining objectivity and avoiding conflicts of interest.
Maintain confidentiality of information obtained during audits and use information prudently and only for authorized purposes.
Immediately escalate any impairments to independence or objectivity to the engagement lead or IA management.
Assist in conducting risk-based engagements by identifying inherent and residual risks and evaluating the adequacy of governance, risk management, and control processes.
Perform audit procedures in accordance with approved engagement objectives, scope, and methodology, ensuring work aligns with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance.
Apply relevant Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA) Topical Requirements (e.g., cybersecurity, third party risk) when assigned, as determined by the engagement risk assessment.
Support engagement planning by assisting in understanding business objectives, key processes, systems, and risks.
Prepare clear, accurate, and complete workpapers that provide sufficient, reliable, and relevant evidence to support audit conclusions.
Execute audit testing in accordance with established methodologies and document results demonstrating conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards.
Communicate audit observations professionally and factually, ensuring issues are supported by root cause analysis and aligned with risk impact.
Assist in drafting audit findings and reports that clearly articulate condition, criteria, cause risk, and recommendation.
Support monitoring and follow up of management action plans to assess whether agreed corrective actions effectively address identified risks.
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance audit efficiency, quality, and stakeholder value.
Participate in firm activities such as recruiting, in-house training, and other firm programs.
Submit accurate time entries in the billing system at a minimum weekly prior to the Monday 9:00 am deadline.
Achieve 1600 Annual Billable Hour Goal.