Senior Associate 2 GTA New
This role involves leading external IT audit engagements in accordance with PCAOB Auditing Standards. You will lead teams in conducting process understanding discussions with clients to assess risks arising from their use of technology and identify control gaps. A core responsibility is evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of technology controls including General IT Controls (GITCs) and IT Application Controls (ITACs) related to Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting. You will also lead SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 2+ (HITRUST), and SSAE18 assessments per AICPA attestation standards. The role requires strong project management skills to handle multiple simultaneous engagements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate IT controls into business processes. You will document audit findings, prepare reports and recommendations, identify opportunities for process improvements and automation, and coach and mentor junior team members. Additionally, you will manage engagement economics, resourcing, and reporting, contribute to knowledge management and training initiatives, and lead client communications regarding engagement status, scoping, testing results, and deliverables.