IT Audit Associate - College Program

Kearney & Company

Oct 29, 2023

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Accounting & Tax
United States
Remote

Requirements

BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university in Information Systems (or other synonym for IT related major) OR Double Major/ Concentration in Accounting AND Information Science, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems (or other synonym for IT related major)
Ability to travel at least 25%, barring any travel restrictions.
Ability to obtain and maintain an interim U.S. Secret security clearance (requires U.S. citizenship)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
CISA, CPA candidate, or eligibility to sit for CPA certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist in external and internal financial audits/assessments by performing tests around financial system controls compliance.
IT Audit Associates have the opportunity to work on various engagements including financial statement audits, A-123 internal controls audit readiness, develop IT sampling plans, draft written audit findings, and FISMA security work.
Performing audit procedures to determine the design and operating effectiveness of the controls.
Performing risk assessments.
Determine compliance is with policies and selected law/regulations are met.
Review and evaluate internal controls and supporting documentation.
Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations.
Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities.
Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables.
Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with clients and team members.
Ability to balance multiple projects concurrently.
Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn.
Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
Demonstrate strong digital dexterity: Meaning, executing work with independence and the capability of being agile, adept, and effective while embracing any existing or emerging technology for yielding a better business solution or outcome.
Travel opportunities (depending on client to client)

Kearney & Company

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Accounting

Industry

501-1000

Employees

1985

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Established in 1985, Kearney & Company is the largest Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firm in the country exclusively focused on the government. Kearney provides financial management services to the government to improve the overall effectiveness and efficiency of financial operations; increase accountability and compliance with laws, regulations, and guidance; and protect funds from fraud, waste, and abuse. Consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work by multiple publications over the past decade, Kearney fosters a “people first” culture. Our staff — operating from our Alexandria, Virginia headquarters and satellite offices across the United States — have provided services to every Cabinet-level department and most other agencies and commissions. The support we provide helps make government better.