Remote - Senior Accounting Associate - Internal Audit (Night Shift)

JOB SCOPE

This position is responsible for executing internal audit engagements, including risk-based audits, walkthroughs, and controls assessments across financial and operational processes for the firm's clients.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability

• Evaluated financial controls, and able to identify control deficiencies & improvement areas, propose recommendations, prepare assessments reports etc.
• Perform an audit of GL controls, intercompany controls, banking reconciliation controls, tax controls, statutory audit controls etc.
• Strong internal audit experience with experience in internal controls review, corporate governance review, process improvement review, enterprise risk management, review on compliance to statutory requirements, regulations, drafting of policies and procedures and forensic investigations.
• Skilled in Risk Management.
• Conduct risk-based audit, review internal controls and recommend corrective measures to enhance the client company’s operations.
• Perform audit assignments and provide updates to the manager.
• Review audit working papers of Internal Audit associate during audit fieldwork and assist reviews of audit reports at the end of the audit.
• Assist in the managing of administrative and staffing issues which include billing to clients, interviewing potential candidates, performance appraisal for staff, etc.
• Resolve/reconcile discrepancies and coordinate with respective team members as necessary
• Communicates with the client of any issues or concerns encountered.
• Develop an understanding of client industries and identify value-added recommendations
• Collaborate with other team members of the engagement team to plan the engagement and develop work program timelines, risk assessments, and other planning documents
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment
• Develop people through effectively delegating tasks and providing guidance to staff
• Share knowledge with team members (e.g., share best practices, provides on-the-job training)
• Considered a go-to person based on the application of prior learnings and engagement experiences
• Lead as “in-charge” in smaller, non-complex engagements.
• Perform research on technical accounting issues
• Provide supervision, coaching, mentorship, and training to Internal Auditor associates.
• Other projects as assigned.

• Performs moderately complex bookkeeping and accounting tasks
• Review of general ledger activity and prepare account reconciliations for various areas which may include but not limited to bank accounts, Work-in-Process (WIP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP) and Fixed Assets (FA).
• Identifies appropriate accrual levels and processes adjusting entries as needed
• Assist or run and package monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for client.

QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy or equivalent experience
• CPA, preferred
• Experienced in any of the following industries: a. Financial institutions such as stock broking, money broking, fund management, trustee and e-money issuers b. Manufacturing companies which include spare parts for heavy machineries, concrete engineering products, food and beverages, chemicals and fertilizers, shoes, etc.
• At least 4 years working experience specializing within financial controls, internal controls, internal audit, and risk management.
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and the ability to use that knowledge to guide in decision making
• Excellent English communication skills – both written and oral
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office - Required
• Must have basic knowledge in accounting software (ERPs)
• Familiarity with COSO 2013 framework, IIA Standards, PCAOB AS 2201 or other controls framework
• Experience with audit management tools (i.e. Workiva, AuditBoard)
• Willingness to work the night shift (1:00 AM to 10:00 AM, Tuesday to Saturday)

TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS:

• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to read and follow instructions and directions from supervisors or client.
• Ability to read and follow workflow or process manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisor
• A strong personality with good presentation skills
• Proactive with staff and clients and able to work under pressure to meet client expectations and deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously and within a Team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly detail-oriented and organized in work
• Has good analytical skills
• Can exercise professional judgment when processing one-off, unusual or complex transactions

CORE COMPETENCIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.

Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Available to work after normal business hours when required.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to Firm’s management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.