IT Audit Experienced Associate, Technology Risk Assurance

BDO USA•New York, NY

1d•$70,000 - $82,000

About The Position

Job Summary: The Assurance Experienced Associate, Technology Risk Assurance is responsible for utilizing project management skills and applying technical knowledge to assist in the risk assessment, control testing, and evaluation of IT to determine impact of IT-related risks and controls on financial audit procedures. In this role, the Assurance Experienced Associate, Technology Risk Assurance will be charged with testing IT general controls (ITGCs) including, but not limited to, IT system logical access, change management, and IT operational controls, as well as testing business process controls key reports, and information produced by entity (IPE) for various client industry environments. Job Duties: Risk and Controls Focus: Applies understanding of IT risks and controls by: Understanding and documenting client environments and the impact that IT has on related audit risks Identifying controls that help mitigate the risks associated with IT in relation to the client environment Obtaining and documenting an understanding of the client control environment, designing test procedures, conducting, and documenting tests of controls Documenting results of procedures, as well as deficiencies, and assessing the impact of these procedures on the overall financial reporting control environment Reading and reviewing client information and control documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information, and ensuring that all supporting information is documented in the workpapers, and appropriate testing is performed Preparing required communications to the client Identifying issues and bringing them to the attention of the team and management where necessary for resolution Other: Applies basic knowledge and understanding of project management, business acumen and technical competency by: Maintaining an organized approach to assigned tasks, including providing appropriate status reporting to the team and management Coordinating with clients on requested information and ensuring timely receipt of materials Performing procedures within deadlines provided Building a knowledge base by reading and understanding methodology, relevant standards, and regulations Building relationships with client and team Other duties as required Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Computer Science, or Information Systems, required
One (1) or more years of IT audit and/or related risk and controls experience, required
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and basic research skills
Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Able to build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel
Ability to encourage team environment on engagements
Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
Ability to travel as necessary

Nice To Haves

Public accounting experience, preferred
Experience with PCAOB and AICPA audit standards, preferred
CPA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CISSP and/or CFE certification, highly preferred
Exposure to various industry ERP applications, highly preferred

Responsibilities

Understanding and documenting client environments and the impact that IT has on related audit risks
Identifying controls that help mitigate the risks associated with IT in relation to the client environment
Obtaining and documenting an understanding of the client control environment, designing test procedures, conducting, and documenting tests of controls
Documenting results of procedures, as well as deficiencies, and assessing the impact of these procedures on the overall financial reporting control environment
Reading and reviewing client information and control documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information, and ensuring that all supporting information is documented in the workpapers, and appropriate testing is performed
Preparing required communications to the client
Identifying issues and bringing them to the attention of the team and management where necessary for resolution
Maintaining an organized approach to assigned tasks, including providing appropriate status reporting to the team and management
Coordinating with clients on requested information and ensuring timely receipt of materials
Performing procedures within deadlines provided
Building a knowledge base by reading and understanding methodology, relevant standards, and regulations
Building relationships with client and team
Testing IT general controls (ITGCs) including, but not limited to, IT system logical access, change management, and IT operational controls, as well as testing business process controls key reports, and information produced by entity (IPE) for various client industry environments.