Consulting Analyst, Internal Audit-Business Process

Who We Are:

Clearsulting is a global consulting company with the motivation to deliver positive change through digital finance. Our team consists of finance specialists that bring experience and technical capabilities across the spectrum of finance, including financial close, digital reporting, risk advisory, treasury and more.

Clearsulting stands by its culture, shaped by our five Core Values: GRIT, Growth Mindset, Joy, Accountability, and Teamwork. Our unwavering dedication to these principles has garnered national recognition for our strong leadership, innovative approach, and outstanding workplace environment. Below are some of the awards and accolades that honor our commitment to excellence:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work Award (2025)
• 'Great Place to Work' Certified (2022-2026)
• Fortune's Best Workplaces in Consulting (2022-2024)
• Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America (2020-2023)

Role:

Consulting Analyst, Internal Audit-Business Process

Location:

• Clearsulting is headquartered in Cleveland, OH, with additional offices located in Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; and Dallas, TX. Other cities are welcome remotely.
• Office Options: Hybrid or Remote. Team members residing within a 45 minute commuting radius of a Clearsulting office, we expect 8 days of in-person work per month, allowing flexibility choosing these days to accommodate client meetings, team syncs and individual schedules.
• Travel Expectations: Up to 20%

What You'll Do:

• Support internal audit engagements from a business perspective to understand financial-related risks, test controls (such as business process controls and entity level controls), and help stakeholders take actions based on implications of residual risk.

• Partner with clients to strengthen internal controls, improve business process effectiveness, and enhance operational and business process performance.

• Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps, and opportunities for automation or standardization across finance and operational functions.

• Assist with SOX compliance and readiness initiatives, including walkthroughs, risk/control matrix development, control testing, remediation tracking, and documentation of business processes.

• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls related to financial reporting, business operations, and supporting technologies.

• Draft clear, client-ready audit observations and practical remediation recommendations that summarize root cause, risk/impact, and proposed management action considerations.

• Coordinate status updates, evidence requests, and follow-ups with client teams and engagement leadership to help drive timely completion of audit milestones and deliverables.

• Independently perform assigned audit procedures, evidence reviews, and control testing while maintaining clear workpaper documentation and proactively escalating questions, blockers, or potential exceptions.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related business field.

• 1+ years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk advisory within a public accounting or professional services environment.

• Foundational understanding of business process risks and internal controls, including experience supporting financial statement audits, internal/operational audits, or SOX compliance initiatives.

• Experience performing process walkthroughs, documenting risks and controls, and executing control testing.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities.

• Working knowledge of core business process cycles such as order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, record-to-report, payroll, inventory, fixed assets, or treasury.

• Ability to work as a team player in a highly collaborative environment.

• Ability to manage assigned testing responsibilities, meet deadlines, and seek guidance when judgment or escalation is needed.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex audit concepts, control deficiencies, and testing results clearly for client stakeholders and engagement teams.

• Experience evaluating audit evidence for completeness, accuracy, and relevance, and documenting conclusions in a manner that supports audit methodology and quality review standards.
  Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored visa support.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Progress toward or attainment of a relevant certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA).

• Exposure to ERP systems or other business technologies and involvement in system implementations or transformations.

• Experience applying risk and controls concepts in technology-enabled environments.

• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) and an understanding of how technology supports business processes.

Benefits that Benefit You:

We want to cultivate a thriving culture and company-and we know that your health and well-being matter. We offer a benefits package and perks for our team members that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement plans
• Flexible work environment
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Access to mental health apps
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Opportunities for ad hoc bonuses

Excited about what we're doing but don't fit every requirement? No problem! At Clearsulting, we're forward-thinkers on a mission to redefine consulting excellence. We're all about diversity and inclusion, committed to assembling teams that mirror the world around us. So, if you're passionate about our mission, you could be the perfect fit for this role or another within our dynamic team. Don't hesitate to apply!

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The compensation range for this position is $68,000-$86,000 USD. We are committed to ensuring our offers reflect the value each candidate brings to the role. Final salary placement will be based on upon several factors, including, level of expertise, relevant work experience, technology certifications, educational background, geography and alignment with industry standards.


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