Audit & Assurance Associate - RAS

Audit & Assurance Associate - RAS

Job Category: Audit Requisition Number: AUDIT001183

Full-Time Hybrid Salary Range: $58,000 USD to $87,000 USD Corporate Headquarters Winchester, VA 22603, USA +1 more locations

Description

You chart the course; we help you lift off. At YHB, we aren't limited by small-firm constraints or stuck in the big-firm mentality. Our culture is based on relationships between our teams and our clients. We aim to hire great people who want to take ownership of their careers while we help to provide the tools for success. Risk Advisory Services Associates support engagement teams in evaluating technology, cybersecurity, and business-process controls for audit and advisory engagements. This role assists with IT general controls, application controls, SOC engagements and report reviews, cybersecurity and compliance assessments, and technology-enabled procedures that support YHB's Risk Advisory Services and Assurance practices. Associates are expected to develop strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills while learning YHB's methodology, tools, and quality expectations.

Roles and Responsibilities

Technical Expertise and Work Quality

• Possess an introductory level of knowledge and understanding related to Audit & Assurance work and general accounting principles.
• Ability to follow YHB guidance regarding secure use of hardware, software, and client information.
• Perform IT General Controls (ITGC) and application control testing including system-generated reports, automated calculations, interface controls, user access, and configurable workflow or approval controls.
• Assist with walkthroughs and testing related to access security, change management, IT operations, backup/recovery, vendor management, and logical security controls.
• Document testing procedures and results in accordance with firm and regulatory standards based on AICPA, PCAOB, Sarbanes-Oxley, and FDICIA.
• Support SOC 1 and SOC 2 engagements, including control testing, evidence review, exception documentation, and report preparation.
• Review client-provided evidence for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with documented control objectives.
• Utilize audit tools to prepare organized and accurate workpapers.
• Recognize emerging technology risks and trends impacting audits.
• Escalate potential risks or deficiencies to engagement leaders in a timely manner.

Professionalism & Service Excellence

• Serve as a positive representative of YHB by demonstrating the ability to communicate with others effectively and respectfully in both written and spoken correspondence and to act in a professional manner.
• Communicate clearly with client personnel and internal engagement teams when requesting evidence, documenting follow-up questions, and explaining testing status or exceptions.
• Maintain open and frequent communication with in-charge staff regarding the status of open tasks, assistance needed, and/or anticipated roadblocks or challenges.
• Understand the importance of meeting client expectations and deadlines, as well as the importance of flexibility to assist the team to meet these expectations and deadlines.
• Develop a clear understanding of YHB's quality expectations in Risk Advisory Services engagements and consistently apply firm standards to produce reliable results.

Productivity & Business Development

• Follow YHB's time reporting requirements including timely entry of weekly time for payroll and billing purposes.
• Take responsibility and ownership of work to meet annual billable hour expectations.
• Ability to prioritize available time to ensure assigned tasks, reports, and deliverables are completed within the budgeted timeframes.
• Understand the importance of efficiency and how it impacts basic budget performance and realization margin.
• Develop an understanding of YHB's service capabilities and the importance of business growth and development.

Continuous Learning and Professional Development

• Actively participate in professional development activities during period of non-billable time such as continuing education, training others, firm recruiting initiatives, and/or firm committees.
• Complete assigned training courses or learning tracks within the appropriate timeframe.
• Solicit overall performance feedback on assigned areas from Senior Associates, Supervisor, and Managers.
• Actively seek billable work from Supervisors and Managers when not assigned on an engagement.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn how quality review procedures contribute to client confidence and the firm's overall reputation for excellence.

Teamwork & Personal Development

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Eligibility and desire to pursue CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
• Ability to travel to offices, client sites, and training as needed.

Benefits & Perks

We believe that real effort should be rewarded. That is why YHB is investing in our people and fostering a supportive, rewarding work environment. As part of our team, you will enjoy:

Competitive Compensation & Rewards:

• Market-competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Retirement savings plan with a 401(k) & profit-sharing plan.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance programs (EAP).
• Paid parental leave and family support.

Professional Development:

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• CPA exam support, certification reimbursements, and mentorship programs.
• Internal promotions and career pathing opportunities.

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid/remote options available).

Engaging Work Culture:

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Employee resource groups and diversity initiatives.
• Social events, team-building activities, and volunteer opportunities.

YHB is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and all applicants for employment. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business!

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