Business Process Risk Senior Associate

Grant Thornton (US); Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Benefits package

Job summary

Grant Thornton LLP is seeking a Business Process Risk Senior Associate in the United States (CA/Hybrid). You will help clients understand business risks, design and test internal controls, and support SOX/compliance engagements across multiple projects.

The role requires collaboration with the Internal Audit & SOX Practice, mentoring junior staff, and delivering results with strong client service. Travel as needed and a base salary with a robust benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, MIS, BI or related field required.
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience with a professional services firm or risk/internal audit role.
• CIA, CPA, Six Sigma or similar license preferred; SOX 404 experience preferred.
• Experience assessing design and operating effectiveness of risk/control programs.
• Knowledge of COSO / IIA IPPF and related frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review processes to assess risk, controls, and efficiency.
• Understand clients' business, objectives, and IT environment.
• Participate in planning, executing, and reporting client engagements such as SOX and internal controls.
• Support engagement leadership with project plans, budgets, and status reporting.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff on engagements.
• Develop and execute internal audit workplans and control tests.
• Evaluate findings, risks, and provide recommendations.
• Collaborate with client teams to deliver services per expectations.

Skills

Risk assessment

COSO frameworks

SOX/compliance

Project management

Mentoring/leadership

Client service

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/IT/BI

CIA/CPA/Six Sigma preferred

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

As a Business Process Risk Senior Associate, you will get the opportunity to grow and contribute to our clients' business needs by helping them understand their business risks, and assist in addressing risk in both proactive and responsive contexts for the Internal Audit & SOX Practice - all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. From day one, you'll be empowered by the greater Cyber & Risk team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently.

Your day-to-day may include

• Review operational, financial, and administrative processes to assess risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process.


• Obtain an understanding of clients’ business, objectives, strategy, operations, processes, IT systems, service providers and controls.


• Actively participate in client engagements from start to completion, which includes planning, executing, and reporting. Common engagements include but are not limited to co-sourced and outsourced internal audit, internal control assessments, enterprise risk management program assessments, tests of control design and operating effectiveness for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and other compliance requirements, and helping clients design and implement internal controls


• Support engagement Manager and/or Senior Manager/Director in project management activities, such as preparing and managing engagement project plans, timelines, budgets, and status reporting


• Supervise, train, mentor Associates and Interns on engagements, assess performance and provide feedback


• Develop and execute internal audit workplans and control test procedures based on engagement scope, and client environment risk factors.


• Apply knowledge of risk and control trends to evaluate findings for significance, risk and develop recommendations


• Work with project team and client to deliver services in accordance with project leadership and client expectations


• Other duties as assigned

You have the following technical skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, Business Intelligence, or related field required


• Minimum 2 years of related work experience with a professional services firm or as part of a Risk Management or Internal Audit function


• CIA, CPA, Six Sigma, or related license/certification preferred; Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience preferred


• Experience assessing the design and operating effectiveness of enterprise or operational risk management programs, and/or entity-level and business process controls for Internal Audit, SOX compliance, System & Organization Control (SOC) reporting, or other risk management, compliance, and assurance activities


• Strong understanding of COSO Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013), the Institute of Internal Auditors International Professional Practices Framework (IIA IPPF), and/or current focus areas of external financial statement auditors (completeness and accuracy of key reports, level of precision, etc.)


• Ability to execute multiple engagements and completing priorities in a rapidly growing team environment


• Exceptional client service, communication, analytical, organizational and project management skills


• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Visio and Office Suite applications


• Can travel as needed

The base salary range for this position is between $101,200 and $140,760. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

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About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better. In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ‑ and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services. In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture. Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:

• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.


• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.


• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers


• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers

Benefits

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.


• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details

It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton LLP to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [e-mail].

For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Gran Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employments or continued employment.