Audit Associate

Overview

A key dimension of this role will be to coordinate with Audit Leadership and other team members to execute the audit process, including planning, audit execution and reporting results.

• Identifying and evaluating risks and drive a risk-based audit approach.
• Identifying systemic root causes from one audit to the next, to assist with end-to-end remediation and strategic adjustment.
• Taking part in the implementation and maintenance of a modernized Internal Audit function.

Additionally, our department is ingrained in the business and provides various advisory services to improve the Company.

Department OverviewThe Internal Audit Team was formed approx. 10 years ago and has recently tripled in size, to match the tremendous growth of IG. Internal Audit performs audits across various business units and corporate functions. Audits include strategy, operations, finance, IT, and compliance. Reporting to the Audit Committee, the organization is responsible for completing the annual risk assessment and related audit plan. As the Company is experiencing tremendous growth, Internal Audit is following suit by quickly building out a talented team. Our team consists of high-performers with diverse backgrounds - Big 4, industry, finance, IT, internal promotes, CPA's, CIA's, CISA's, etc. Internal audit is focused on hard work and results, while also ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Company OverviewInsight Global (IG) is a staffing company headquartered in the Perimeter area. The Company was founded approx. 20 years ago and has seen exponential organic (profitable) growth. The culture at IG unmatched, and in fact, we offer training to other corporations to improve their culture.

The headquarters is in a great new office building adjacent to Perimeter Mall. There is a state-of-the-art free gym, city view, Starbucks coffee machines on each floor, snacks, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assist Internal Audit leaders with the following activities in support of risk-based internal audit projects: (1) risk assessment(s), (2) audit planning and scope, (3) audit execution and documentation of processes, and (4) audit reporting.
• Prepare documentation of processes, methods, policies, costs, and other factors to determine if assigned scope areas are operating in accordance with established and relevant controls and in a way that adequately mitigates identified risks.
• Clearly organize and document findings based on testing results, along with root cause and recommendations.
• Collaborate and effectively communicate with process owners and other stakeholders at varying levels to review key concepts, gaps or issues with risk management and control design elements, support, and conclusions.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement mindset in the audit function, including identifying and integrating best practices; Identify specific actions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Internal Audits.
• Develop relationships with various levels of management, representing Internal Audit as a highly visible resource for the broader organization.
• Embrace an equitable and inclusive environment where people can bring their full selves to work and unlock their greatest potential and contributions to the team.
• Stay abreast of new and emerging regulations & trends that impact the risk landscape and rapidly adjust audit plan or procedures accordingly.
• Implement constructive feedback from senior team members.
• Provide advisory services to the organization as needed
• Perform testing of the Company's ICFR business process controls.
• Perform related work or other functions as assigned by Audit Leadership

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, IT, etc.)
• Desire to achieve professional certification in the near-term (CPA, CIA, CISA)
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Understanding and knowledge of internal audit and risk advisory
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Problem solving skills that demonstrate logical and analytical thought processes - thinking through solutions before seeking help
• Ability to flex personal style according to the context of a situation to drive engagement with all stakeholders
• Business writing and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills and a commitment to professionalism
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and rapidly evolving business requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)