Audit Engagement Consultant - Audit Engagement Mgr

AEP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP in Columbus, OH is seeking an Audit Engagement Consultant. The role is onsite and full-time, with duties including planning and conducting audits, documenting work, drafting clear reports, and communicating findings to teams and clients.

The position emphasizes evaluating risk, strengthening controls, and improving governance and financial processes. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related experience are required; advanced degree and professional certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Minimum 3 years of related audit experience.
• Advanced degree and professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct audits with minimal supervision.
• Prepare complete, clear audit documentation and conclusions.
• Draft reports that are concise, objective, and constructive.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills with teams and clients.
• Perform audits of internal controls over business units and financial operations; include fraud audits when needed.

Skills

Audit planning

Documentation

Communication skills

Fraud audits

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

## Audit Engagement Consultant - Audit Engagement MgrApply: Columbus, OH: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 20, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R19646**Job Posting End Date**10-20-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**In this role, you'll identify, evaluate, and communicate opportunities to mitigate risk, strengthen controls, and enhance customer value on larger more complex audits**Job Description****What You'll Do:*** Plan and conduct audits as assigned.* Complete portions of larger, more complex audits with minimal supervision.* Prepare complete, clear, and concise documentation of audit work performed and conclusions reached.* Prepare draft reports that are clear, concise, objective, and constructive.* Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with team members and clients. **Financial Specific:*** Provide objective assurance and consulting services to evaluate and improve the company's effectiveness of risk management, governance, and control processes.* Perform audits of internal controls related to business units and financial operations.* Review management oversight and controls over operations, safeguarding of assets, reliability of financial and management reporting, and compliance with laws and regulations.* Conduct proactive fraud audits to identify potentially fraudulent activity. *\\*This position is posted in a range. The minimum qualifications below apply to the Audit Consultant with increased requirements for Audit Consultant Manager. The final grade and compensation offered will be based on the successful candidate's education, experience, certifications and relevant skills.* **What We're Looking For:*** Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required.* Work Experience: 3 years minimum of related experience. **Other Requirements:*** Advanced degree in a relevant field of study is preferred.* Relevant professional certification is preferred. **Where You'll Work:** On-Site **Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do** At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-006**Compensation Range:**$74,551.00 - $128,688.00The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.