Internal Audit Associate (Client Service)

Doeren hew; Troy, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew is seeking an Internal Audit Associate (Client Service) for our Financial Institutions Group (FIG) to provide internal audit services to financial institution clients. The IA Associate identifies risks, evaluates controls, and supports engagement planning under supervision.

The position emphasizes integrity, independence, and professional skepticism, with opportunities to contribute to audits, reports, and firm programs while developing certification progress (CIA/CPA preferred).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent; CIA/CPA license preferred or in progress.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience performing financial, operational or system audits is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication; ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit work with integrity and professional skepticism.
• Maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest.
• Identify inherent and residual risks and evaluate control processes.
• Perform audit procedures per engagement objectives and applicable laws/regulations.
• Draft audit findings and reports with root cause analysis.
• Support monitoring of management action plans and follow-up.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit efficiency and quality.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Oral communication

Written communication

Adaptability to technology

Independent work

Teamwork

Audit experience

CIA/CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Job description

Internal Audit Associate (Client Service)

Department: Financial Institutions Group - Internal Audit

Financial Institutions Group (FIG) – Internal Audit Professional

Doeren Mayhew is a tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan with 25 offices across the country and abroad. Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is recognized as the 36th largest CPA firm in the U.S. and is positioned for successful future growth. If you want to join a rising firm that is consistently named among the 50 best-managed firms in the nation, this is the firm for you.

In compliance with the Firm’s mission and values, the Internal Audit (IA) Associate works as a member of the Financial Institution Group’s (FIG) Internal Audit team to provide internal audit services to financial institution clients. Internal Audit Associate identifies and evaluates processes and risks to determine the design and effectiveness of internal controls. Under supervision, IA Associates are expected to exercise independent judgment and discretion based on their internal audit knowledge of processes, risks, controls, and regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct audit work with integrity, due professional care, and professional skepticism while maintaining objectivity and avoiding conflicts of interest.
• Maintain confidentiality of information obtained during audits and use information prudently and only for authorized purposes.
• Immediately escape any impairments to independence or objectivity to the engagement lead or IA management.
• Assist in conducting risk-based engagements by identifying inherent and residual risks and evaluating the adequacy of governance, risk management, and control processes.
• Perform audit procedures in accordance with approved engagement objectives, scope, and methodology, ensuring work aligns with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance.
• Apply relevant Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA) Topical Requirements (e.g., cybersecurity, third party risk) when assigned, as determined by the engagement risk assessment.
• Support engagement planning by assisting in understanding business objectives, key processes, systems, and risks.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and complete workpapers that provide sufficient, reliable, and relevant evidence to support audit conclusions.
• Execute audit testing in accordance with established methodologies and document results demonstrating conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Communicate audit observations professionally and factually, ensuring issues are supported by root cause analysis and aligned with risk impact.
• Assist in drafting audit findings and reports that clearly articulate condition, criteria, cause risk, and recommendation.
• Support monitoring and follow up of management action plans to assess whether agreed corrective actions effectively address identified risks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance audit efficiency, quality, and stakeholder value.
• Participate in firm activities such as recruiting, in-house training, and other firm programs.
• Submit accurate time entries in the billing system at a minimum weekly prior to the Monday 9:00 am deadline.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or equivalent degree as determined by internal audit group leadership. CIA or CPA License preferred, CIA or CPA-eligible, or has a progressive plan toward passing the CIA or CPA exam in place
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving skills
• Experience performing financial, operational or system audits a plus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technology platforms
• Ability to work independently, but also in a team environment

Client Service, Productivity, Technical Knowledge, Business Acumen, Problem-solving, Critical Thinking, Verbal and Written Communication, Listening for Understanding, Attention to Details, Organization, Business Development, People Development, Teamwork, Flexibility

Competencies:

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Majority of all assigned work is performed in a typical office environment. Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking. May be required to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires significant use of personal computer, phone, and general office equipment. Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects. Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on the telephone. May require off-site travel.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.

"Doeren Mayhew" is the brand name under which Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. Doeren Mayhew Assurance and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC (and its subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards. Doeren Mayhew Assurance is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Doeren Mayhew Advisors, LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.