Senior Associate – Risk Advisory

Elliott Davis

. Lead internal audit engagements surrounding various functions of community banks and other financial institutions .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading internal audit engagements for financial institutions, with a strong focus on evaluating internal control systems and developing actionable recommendations. Proficient in project management, regulatory compliance, and effective communication.

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Internal Audit EngagementsRegulatory Environment KnowledgeProject Management SkillsCPA, CIA, CFSA CertificationSarbanes Oxley (SOX) Experience

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Hard Skills

Internal Control EvaluationRisk Assessment DevelopmentAudit Report DraftingProcess Improvement RecommendationsAnalytical Problem-Solving

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationConstructive FeedbackTeam Training and Development

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACIACFSA

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionsBanking RegulationsInternal AuditSarbanes Oxley (SOX)Community Banks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead internal audit engagements surrounding various functions of community banks and other financial institutions
Evaluate clients' internal control systems and develop recommendations to improve client processes, accounting systems, control structure and procedures, and efficiency
Assist in the development of internal audit risk assessments
Report findings and recommendations to client management
Resolve all open items/issues encountered on assigned engagements
Draft internal audit reports
Delegate work assignments
Provide honest, objective, and constructive feedback to staff in a timely manner
Review work of other engagement team members
Train and develop engagement team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

2-5 years in an internal audit related position
Financial institution experience is a plus
Working knowledge of regulatory environment and applicable banking regulations impacting the industry is a plus
Strong project management skills
CPA, CIA, CFSA or other relevant professional certification, or progress toward certification, preferred
Previous experience with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) test of controls, a plus
Bachelor’s degree required
Strong oral and written communication skills
Effective analytical and problem-solving ability

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