Senior Associate – Data Analyst

Overview

• Support the Internal Audit team in delivering assurance and advisory services regarding governance, risk, and control effectiveness.
• Perform audits to evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify potential risks.
• Leverage data analytics to identify trends, anomalies, and control weaknesses across processes and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align audit activities with key business risks.
• Develop dashboards and reports to monitor operational metrics and key risk indicators.
• Contribute to enterprise risk assessment activities and other audit engagements, including advisory projects.
• Maintain professional certifications and seek further certifications as appropriate.
• Work in a hybrid environment with onsite presence required two days a week.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Participate in audit scoping discussions to understand relevant risks, controls, and associated data sources.
• Design and implement data analytics procedures to support audit activities.
• Perform analytics testing to evaluate control effectiveness and identify potential issues.
• Document audit findings and communicate results to Audit Leadership and management.
• Develop high-quality deliverables, including sophisticated analysis of risks and exposures.
• Maintain dashboards and reports for continuous auditing and monitoring.
• Collaborate with external subject matter experts as needed.
• Ensure compliance with audit techniques and program standards.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a relevant field.
• 3-5 years of experience in internal audit, compliance, or advisory roles.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Alteryx) and visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and audit management tools.
• Certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor, or Certified Fraud Examiner preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality presentations and reports.