Internal Controls Analyst

A prestigious investment management firm seeks an Internal Controls Analyst to join their dynamic team. The Internal Controls Analyst will be responsible for providing support to the Internal Controls group. Work involves leading or conducting internal control audit projects and providing input into the development of the annual internal controls plan.

• Assisting in identifying and evaluating the organization’s financial reporting risk areas and providing input on the planning and scoping of the annual internal controls audit;
• Performing internal control procedures, including understanding and documenting client processes and procedures, identifying and defining issues, conducting testing, and concluding on the effectiveness of key controls;
• Conducting interviews and walkthroughs, reviewing documents and evidence, and preparing working papers;
• Identifying, developing and documenting internal control issues and recommendations using independent judgment for areas being reviewed;
• Collaborating with business units to develop remediation plans for addressing control deficiencies and monitoring remediation activities to ensure timely resolution of identified issues;
• Partnering with external auditors to facilitate the external audit process and address audit findings related to internal controls;
• Communicating the results of internal control projects via written reports and verbal presentations to management;
• Developing and maintaining productive relationships through individual contacts and meetings;
• Pursuing professional development opportunities via professional associations and internal/external training; and
• Performing various other tasks and projects as required.

• Minimum 2+ years audit experience, experience on SOX compliance and/or SOC 1 engagements strongly preferred;
• Ability to apply accounting principles and practices, management principles and preferred business practices;
• Proven capability in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems and drawing logical conclusions;
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify control deficiencies and assess associated risks in business processes;
• Experience in conducting IT audits and assessing IT controls is highly desirable;
• Track record in planning and project management and in maintaining composure under pressure while meeting deadlines;
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. A CPA or CIA is preferred.

$115,000-$140,000 per year