Enterprise Risk Management – Associate

PwC

. Support internal audit and enterprise risk management engagements through control walkthroughs, documentation, and testing activities .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $63,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in internal audit processes, risk management, and compliance, with a strong focus on applying internal control concepts and SOX testing methods. Proficient in data analysis and visualization to identify control gaps and support audit activities across diverse client environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Internal Control ConceptsSOX Testing MethodsData AnalysisCertified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

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Hard Skills

Auditing MethodsControl WalkthroughsFinancial Reporting ProcessesRisk Exposure AssessmentDocumentation PreparationControl Design AnalysisCompliance KnowledgeIssue DocumentationRemediation TrackingData Visualization

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Risk ManagementAudit PlanningControl WeaknessesClient OperationsRegulatory Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support internal audit and enterprise risk management engagements through control walkthroughs, documentation, and testing activities
Review financial reporting processes, internal controls, and supporting evidence to identify gaps and control weaknesses
Analyze business processes, transaction flows, and control design to help assess risk exposure
Prepare workpapers, summaries, and issue documentation for senior review
Gather information from client teams and various sources to support audit planning and fieldwork
Apply auditing methods, internal control concepts, and compliance knowledge to assigned tasks
Use data analysis, visualization, and digital tools to spot trends, anomalies, and control exceptions
Contribute to remediation tracking by updating issue status and supporting follow-up activities
Learn client operations and regulatory expectations across different industries and control environments
Uphold professional and technical standards, independence requirements, and the Firm’s code of conduct

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 1 years of experience
Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Financial Mathematics/Quantitative Finance, Health Administration/Public Health, Law/Legal Studies, Mathematics/Statistics
At least one of the following: Current pursuit of or an active Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification(s)
Applying internal control concepts and SOX testing methods in audit support work
Gathering, organizing, and analyzing data to identify patterns and control gaps
Communicating findings clearly while supporting senior team members and client projects
Adapting quickly across varied client environments and changing project scopes
Travel requirements up to 60%
PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery is generally unavailable, except as set forth in the stated policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Holiday pay
Vacation
Personal and family sick leave