Senior Specialist,  Audit and Assurance Services 

Job Description

Senior Specialist,  Audit and Assurance Services

Position Overview / Function and Responsibility

Under the direction of the Client Audit Director ("CAD") and the Auditor-in-Charge ("AIC"), the Senior Specialist will:

- Participate in the execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, integrated audits and process audits, both domestic and abroad to maintain a strong internal control environment.
- On occasion, the incumbent will be expected to lead small teams of auditors audits with limited management supervision in addition to actively performing audit work.
- Under the direction of the AIC, partner with colleagues and clients, support groups, and other organizations to effectively complete all assigned audit work.
- Execute audit programs and work papers (including walkthroughs and sample testing) in line with the established quality standards and timelines.
- Collaborate with the audit team in the writing of audit summaries of issues and reports which accurately describe identified control concerns, associated risks, and appropriate recommendations
- Participate in department projects and ensure the realization of the specified results.
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and independence in the execution of duties with the highest level of integrity and quality. Show good judgment in the conduct of work.

Qualifications:

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance.

Required Experience and Skills:

- A minimum of 3 years work experience in internal audit, public accounting, or general accounting.
- Experience with audit methodology and internal controls.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with client and business process owners as well as MCAAS colleagues.
- Effective oral and written English communication skills.
- Understanding of information technology and ability to use various applications and systems.
- Strong time management skills and the ability to work within a team as well as independently.
- Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are essential to the position.
- Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time.

Preferred:

- CPA
- Big 4 or Regional Accounting Firm Experience.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

Required Skills:
Accounting, Accounting, Adaptability, Asset Accounting, Auditing Procedures, Audit Management, Audit Processes, Communication Sciences, Contract Audits, Controls Management, Customer Auditing, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Financial Analysis, Government Accounting, Information Communication Technology (ICT), Information Technology (IT), Information Technology (IT) Systems, Information Technology Auditing, Internal Audit Development, Internal Control Procedures, Internal Control Testing, Interpersonal Relationships, Investigative Auditing, Investor Relations Support {+ 9 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:
11/10/2026
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