Internal Controls and Assurance Consultant

A leading global alternative investment manager is seeking a thoughtful and diligent Client Assurance & Controls Consultant to join their team. This role plays a key part in supporting the integrity and effectiveness of the company's Service and Organization Control (SOC) reporting processes, in accordance with SSAE18/ISAE 3402 standards, along with broader controls advisory work that helps maintain trust with clients and stakeholders. What You'll Do: Conduct annual internal scoping assessments over SOC reporting scope, including leading internal walkthroughs, performing assertion mappings, carrying out periodic testing, and preparing scoping documents for external auditors Guide business and IT stakeholders in identifying key internal control risks and designing/implementing adequate controls to support people, process, and technology changes Coordinate with internal testing teams and external auditors to ensure timely completion of audits and issuance of SOC reports, escalating issues and tracking remediation Maintain and update the Risk and Control Inventory (RCI) with the latest SOC information, communicating updates to relevant stakeholders Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as SOX, Internal Audit, IT, Finance, and Enterprise Risk Management to ensure comprehensive SOC coverage Prepare and draft annual SOC reports for review by internal management and external auditors Manage timely completion of quarterly control owner certifications, including preparing materials and reporting results to management Assess documented process/control incidents for SOC impact and partner with Enterprise Risk Management on remediation plans Advise on and oversee identification and implementation of new control requirements resulting from business/IT changes Prepare and facilitate annual control owner training What You'll Bring: 4+ years of experience in SOC reporting, auditing, or a related field — experience in financial services, asset management, Big 4, insurance, or investment sectors strongly preferred Solid knowledge of SOC reporting standards, internal controls, and IT governance Demonstrated experience leading and managing audit processes Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing competing priorities Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to varied audiences Proven ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field; CPA, CISA, or CIA certification preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlas Search