Strategic Assurance and SOC Services Associate - Summer 2027

Grant Thornton • Charlotte, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As part of our SASS team, you would help our clients assess their internal controls environment. Associates can expect to work closely with other staff, managers, and partners on all phases of the engagement lifecycle including planning, engagement management, and project wrap up. In addition, associates are expected to actively contribute to business growth by identifying business development opportunities, participating in marketing and brand initiatives, and assisting with development of Grant Thornton thought leadership. The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site. Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household. We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Information Technology, MIS or related field.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel 20%-50% as required.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Effective project and time management skills for handling multiple priorities and simultaneous projects.
• Enthusiasm to learn through a combination of structured, on-the-job and self-directed training.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Desire to pursue CPA, CISA, CIA license/certification preferred.
• Desire to pursue applicable professional certification as outlined above.

Responsibilities

• Help clients assess their internal controls environment.
• Work closely with other staff, managers, and partners on all phases of the engagement lifecycle including planning, engagement management, and project wrap up.
• Actively contribute to business growth by identifying business development opportunities.
• Participate in marketing and brand initiatives.
• Assist with development of Grant Thornton thought leadership.

Benefits

• Personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• Minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
• Paid firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
• Discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance (for seasonal employees, subject to terms and eligibility).
• 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan (for seasonal employees, in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements).

What This Job Offers

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