Associate - GRC IT

Weaver India; Velachery; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weaver & Tidwell, LLP is seeking an Associate in the Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRC) team in Chennai or Bangalore, India. The role offers full-time engagement with exposure to IT audits, ERP controls, and regulatory frameworks in a dynamic, client-facing environment.

You will develop into a seasoned consultant with mentorship opportunities, daily client exposure, and a strong focus on governance and risk management within a leading accounting firm.

Qualifications

• Education: B.Tech/ MCA/ MBA with 0-2 years of relevant experience in Information Technology/ Security Controls, SOC report, IT Audits, IT General Controls, IT Application Controls and ERP Audits.

Responsibilities

• Test and document controls design and operating effectiveness across IT environments.
• Conduct IT internal audits over ERP, IT security, and related systems.
• Support SSAE18, SOC 1 and SOC 2 reporting services.
• Strengthen internal audit and governance compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with offshore delivery teams and clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

B.Tech/ MCA/ MBA with 0-2 years experience in IT/SOC/audit

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

MS Visio

Job description

Job Title: Associate – Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRC), Advisory

Location: Chennai or Bangalore, India

Company: Weaver & Tidwell, LLP

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

At Weaver & Tidwell, LLP, we are committed to providing innovative and insightful solutions to our clients. As one of the largest independent accounting firms, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and professional work environment. Our GRC team plays a pivotal role.

Position Overview

As an Associate in Weaver & Tidwell, LLP growing GRC team, you will have the opportunity to develop into a seasoned consultant through a high degree of client and industry exposure, career development and mentorship opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive culture. The fast-paced and dynamic environment in which we operate will provide you with daily challenges and exciting opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Testing, documenting, evaluating controls design and operating effectiveness, IT internal audit consulting activities (Internal Audit over ERP systems, IT Security, and other IT Systems), perform external audit assurance activities, and perform service organization control services activities related to SSAE18, SOC 1 and SOC 2 reporting services.
• To strengthening internal audit and compliance, ensuring adherence to governance frameworks and regulatory requirements,
• Familiarity with AuditBoard, WDesk, Fieldguide or other GRC Compliance documentation system
• Execute components of IT audits under offshore delivery model in an effective and efficient manner.
• Exercise professional scepticism, judgement and adhere to the code of ethics while on engagements.
• Ensure that documentation is compliant with quality standards of the firm.
• Stay current with emerging IT risks, regulatory changes, and industry standards (e.g., SOX, COSO, COBIT, NIST and ITIL).
• Communicate effectively with clients to address issues, present findings, and ensure understanding of recommendations.
• Work collaboratively as a part of the team and communicate effectively with other consulting professionals, supervisors and senior management in the U.S. on a daily basis.
• Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations including coordinating work plan and client deliverables.
• Open to work on other solution sets considering business requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.Tech/ MCA/ MBA with 0-2 years of relevant experience in Information Technology/ Security Controls, SOC report, IT Audits, IT General Controls, IT Application Controls and ERP Audits.
• Preferred certifications: CISA,CA/CPA
• Candidate should have good knowledge for SOC 1, SOC 2, ICFR, IT General controls, IT Application Controls, Information Security and risk management frameworks/ standards (ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, ITIL, PCI).

Technical And Function Skills/ Capabilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to translate between various technical and non-technical audiences
• Must have proficiency in Excel, Work, PowerPoint and MS Visio and openness to leverage new tools
• Strong multi-tasking and project management skills.
• Excellent critical thinking and attention to detail.