Internal Controls Senior

Elliott Davis • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Internal Controls Senior will lead the day-to-day execution of multiple internal control audit and advisory engagements; develop test plans and risk and control documentation; manage and report on project status; collaborate with cross-functional engagement teams; provide feedback to Internal Controls staff; and participate in program development efforts. This role will also identify and coordinate process improvements and manage other assigned ad hoc projects. The Internal Controls Senior Associate will be a champion for the Internal Controls program, helping build a strong team and deliver extraordinary client service.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of risk and controls or related experience.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Knowledge of process design, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience scoping and performing controls testing under AICPA and PCAOB standards and SOX compliance, including identification of control gaps and deficiencies.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective organization and project management skills.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, and AI tools, such as CoPilot and Claude.
• Professionalism, professional curiosity, attention to detail, emotional intelligence, integrity, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Experience collaborating across functional teams to standardize procedures, identify and implement process improvements, and increase automation efforts.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification such as CPA or CIA preferred.
• Experience with data analytics, IT audit, and emerging technologies such as AI is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks within various business processes and design appropriate controls to mitigate those risks.
• Create and maintain detailed internal controls documentation, including process narratives, risk and control matrices, and flowcharts.
• Perform testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Provide excellent client service, build relationships, and communicate complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Identify control deficiencies, develop remediation plans, and track progress against those plans.
• Assist with project management activities, including status tracking, reporting, and oversight of team members.
• Stay current on relevant regulations, standards, and best practices related to internal controls and risk management.
• Lead process walkthroughs to understand and document business processes.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking, writing, grammar, and editing skills.

Benefits

• generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• flexible work schedules
• 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave
• 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible)
• first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
• one-on-one professional coaching
• Leadership and career development programs
• access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

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