Internal Controls Associate

Elliott Davis

. Assist in the audit process from planning and execution for clients as part of the company’s annual audit plan .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in auditing processes, including planning, execution, and compliance with accounting principles. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential for effective client interactions and team collaboration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Accounting Or FinanceCPA Certification Or Progress Toward CertificationAudit ExperienceStrong Oral And Written Communication SkillsTime And Work Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Auditing ProceduresAccounting PrinciplesWork Paper PreparationData InterpretationClient Needs Assessment

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationPositive Client RelationshipsProblem AnticipationFeedback SeekingMentoring And Training

Tools & Technologies

Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA Certification

Industry Keywords

Audit ProcessPractice Management ProceduresClient ServiceConfidentialityGPA Requirement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the audit process from planning and execution for clients as part of the company’s annual audit plan
Plan the audit process, research, review current processes, and provide recommendations to enhance company policies and procedures
Identify issues and apply accounting principles and auditing procedures
Prepare clear, concise work papers with definitive conclusions and meaningful recommendations for client correspondence
Develop positive working relationships with clients and understand their business needs
Maintain confidentiality
Display exemplary work habits in clients’ offices
Develop connections as part of the client service team
Respond to clients in a timely manner
Comply with the firm’s practice management procedures and systems
Anticipate problems and keep senior/manager informed of engagement status and budget variances
Ask for timely feedback and assistance
Collaborate to identify and sell opportunities among existing clients
Participate in recruiting, training, and mentoring new staff and interns

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a GPA of 3.25 or higher
0-2 years of accounting experience (audit experience preferred)
CPA certification or significant progress toward certification
Strong time and work management skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to remain in a stationary position and use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment
Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Ability to use written and oral communication skills
Ability to read and interpret data, information, and documents
Ability to observe and interpret situations
Ability to work under deadlines with frequent interruptions
Ability to interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
flexible work schedules
16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave
8 weeks of paid parental leave
4 weeks of paid caregiver leave (once eligible)
first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
one-on-one professional coaching
Leadership and career development programs
access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally