Associate, Risk Advisory — Internal Audit (Financial Services)

Elliott Davis; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible work schedules

Career development programs

Professional coaching

Job summary

Elliott Davis is seeking an Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group. You will support internal audit engagements across banking operations and assist in strengthening internal controls, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness.

You will gain exposure to core functions such as loan and deposit operations, payments, ERM, MRM, and investment activities while collaborating with auditors and client teams to deliver actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, banking operations, risk management, or related fields (internships accepted).
• Foundational understanding of COSO, audit methodologies, risk assessment techniques, banking operations, and regulatory expectations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing internal audit engagements across core banking functions.
• Execute audit procedures, including walkthroughs, testing of controls, and validation of operational processes.
• Identify and assess risks, control gaps, and process inefficiencies across operational and financial areas.
• Perform detailed testing of transactions, reconciliations, system controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Document audit procedures and supporting workpapers in accordance with professional standards.
• Prepare clear audit reports with observations, root cause analysis, and recommendations.
• Support compliance assessments related to banking regulations and guidance.
• Participate in meetings with clients and stakeholders to gather information and communicate progress.
• Contribute to project management across multiple audit engagements and timelines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

Elliott Davis is seeking an Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group. You will support internal audit engagements across banking operations and assist in strengthening internal controls, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness.

You will gain exposure to core functions such as loan and deposit operations, payments, ERM, MRM, and investment activities while collaborating with auditors and client teams to deliver actionable recommendations.