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Audit Staff
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Audit StaffPosition OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented Audit Staff to support internal and external audit engagements across financial, operational and compliance areas. The ideal candidate will assist in planning and executing audit procedures, testing internal controls (including SOX), documenting findings, and contributing to risk assessments and financial reporting reviews. This role requires strong accounting knowledge, hands-on audit experience, and proficiency with audit and ERP systems and data analytics tools.
Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to audit planning and scoping activities, including risk assessment and development of audit programs using the COSO framework.
Execute audit fieldwork for internal, external, SOX and statutory audits: perform walkthroughs, control testing, substantive testing and sampling.
Perform audit testing of account balances and transactions across financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) including revenue recognition, fixed assets, inventory, accounts receivable/payable and journal entries.
Evaluate and test internal controls and SOX controls, document deficiencies, and recommend remediation actions in accordance with SarbanesOxley requirements.
Prepare clear, accurate and timely audit documentation and workpapers using CaseWare, IDEA, ACL or other audit software; ensure compliance with audit methodology and firm standards.
Use ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) to extract data, perform reconciliations and validate transactional detail.
Conduct variance analysis, financial analysis and analytical review procedures to identify trends, anomalies and potential fraud indicators.
Support statutory reporting and tax compliance reviews by gathering evidence and verifying disclosures.
Utilize advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros) and data analytics techniques to analyze large datasets and automate testing procedures.
Assist with forensic accounting procedures and fraud detection investigations when required.
Draft audit observations, management letters and presentations for internal stakeholders and the Audit Committee as needed.
Coordinate with external auditors, tax teams and operational management to resolve audit issues and ensure timely completion of engagements.
Manage multiple engagement tasks, track progress against timelines and deliver high-quality workpapers under supervision.
Support continuous improvement initiatives for audit methodology, tools, and use of data analytics across the audit function.
QualificationsBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA, ACCA or equivalent preferred or in-progress.2+ years of audit experience in internal audit, external audit or a public accounting firm; experience with SOX compliance strongly preferred.
Solid knowledge of GAAP and/or IFRS and experience testing financial statement assertions.
Proven experience with audit planning, sampling, audit procedures, fieldwork and audit documentation.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and audit software such as ACL, IDEA or CaseWare.
Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros and experience with data extraction and analysis tools.
Familiarity with COSO framework, SarbanesOxley requirements and risk assessment methodologies.
Experience with financial reporting, journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis and balance sheet substantiation.
Ability to perform forensic accounting and fraud detection techniques is a plus.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to prepare clear audit reports and present findings to stakeholders.
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with a commitment to integrity and professional skepticism.
Experience preparing materials for Audit Committee reporting and supporting engagement management is highly desirable.
Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to audit planning and scoping activities, including risk assessment and development of audit programs using the COSO framework.
Execute audit fieldwork for internal, external, SOX and statutory audits: perform walkthroughs, control testing, substantive testing and sampling.
Perform audit testing of account balances and transactions across financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow) including revenue recognition, fixed assets, inventory, accounts receivable/payable and journal entries.
Evaluate and test internal controls and SOX controls, document deficiencies, and recommend remediation actions in accordance with SarbanesOxley requirements.
Prepare clear, accurate and timely audit documentation and workpapers using CaseWare, IDEA, ACL or other audit software; ensure compliance with audit methodology and firm standards.
Use ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) to extract data, perform reconciliations and validate transactional detail.
Conduct variance analysis, financial analysis and analytical review procedures to identify trends, anomalies and potential fraud indicators.
Support statutory reporting and tax compliance reviews by gathering evidence and verifying disclosures.
Utilize advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros) and data analytics techniques to analyze large datasets and automate testing procedures.
Assist with forensic accounting procedures and fraud detection investigations when required.
Draft audit observations, management letters and presentations for internal stakeholders and the Audit Committee as needed.
Coordinate with external auditors, tax teams and operational management to resolve audit issues and ensure timely completion of engagements.
Manage multiple engagement tasks, track progress against timelines and deliver high-quality workpapers under supervision.
Support continuous improvement initiatives for audit methodology, tools, and use of data analytics across the audit function.
QualificationsBachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; CPA, ACCA or equivalent preferred or in-progress.2+ years of audit experience in internal audit, external audit or a public accounting firm; experience with SOX compliance strongly preferred.
Solid knowledge of GAAP and/or IFRS and experience testing financial statement assertions.
Proven experience with audit planning, sampling, audit procedures, fieldwork and audit documentation.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and audit software such as ACL, IDEA or CaseWare.
Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros and experience with data extraction and analysis tools.
Familiarity with COSO framework, SarbanesOxley requirements and risk assessment methodologies.
Experience with financial reporting, journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis and balance sheet substantiation.
Ability to perform forensic accounting and fraud detection techniques is a plus.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to prepare clear audit reports and present findings to stakeholders.
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with a commitment to integrity and professional skepticism.
Experience preparing materials for Audit Committee reporting and supporting engagement management is highly desirable.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance