Internal Auditor

Talentify; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

PTO

Occasional WFH

Job summary

Medpace, a Cincinnati-based clinical CRO, is seeking an Internal Audit Associate to perform control assessments across financial statement audits, including SOX. You will evaluate processes, document findings, and support risk-aware improvements within the finance function.

Ideal candidates hold 2–5 years of accounting/finance experience, possess CPA preference, and can work with limited supervision, while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent with 2–5 years of experience (CPA preferred).
• Fundamental knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Fundamental understanding of financial statements, disclosures and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and communication (both verbal and written) skills.
• Highly organized, possesses high attention to detail, and deadline oriented.
• Ability to perform core duties with limited supervisor oversight.
• Ability to learn and understand processes and associated technology quickly.
• Ability to perform routine analysis of data and draw conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Perform business process and operational control assessments in support of financial statement audits, including those related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Exercise excellent judgment in reviewing audit related materials, critiquing processes and controls, communicating the relevance and significance of items noted, and proposing practical solutions.
• Develop familiarity and understanding of Internal Audit processes and methodologies.
• Assist in identifying risks associated with business and operational processes and supporting applications.
• Assist with analyzing and documenting processes taking into consideration the financial risks and audit objectives.
• Document test work and controls in a complete and accurate manner.
• Assist in preparing written audit reports and summaries.
• Monitor key risk indicators and significant change activities and elevate emerging issues to Internal Audit management in a timely fashion.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with process owners, managers, and other internal Medpace staff as appropriate.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Maintain appropriate licensure or certifications, if applicable.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Learning quickly

Data analysis ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Job description

Due to our continued growth, we are in need of qualified and focused individuals, like yourself. This is a vital role in our Finance department whose success relies upon your finely tuned skills and background. If you are ready to make a difference, you must be able to accomplish these tasks:

Responsibilities

• Perform business process and operational control assessments in support of financial statement audits, including those related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance;
• Exercise excellent judgment in reviewing audit related materials, critiquing processes and controls, communicating the relevance and significance of items noted, and proposing practical solutions;
• Develop familiarity and understanding of Internal Audit processes and methodologies;
• Assist in identifying risks associated with business and operational processes and supporting applications;
• Assist with analyzing and documenting processes taking into consideration the financial risks and audit objectives;
• Document test work and controls in a complete and accurate manner;
• Assist in preparing written audit reports and summaries;
• Monitor key risk indicators and significant change activities and elevate emerging issues to Internal Audit management in a timely fashion;
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with process owners, managers, and other internal Medpace staff as appropriate;
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality;
• Maintain appropriate licensure or certifications, if applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent discipline with 2-5 years of experience (CPA preferred);
• Fundamental knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards;
• Fundamental understanding of financial statements, disclosures and reporting;
• Excellent analytical and communication (both verbal and written) skills;
• Highly organized, possesses high attention to detail, and deadline oriented;
• Ability to perform core duties with limited supervisor oversight;
• Ability to learn and understand processes and associated technology quickly; and
• Ability to perform routine analysis of data and draw conclusions.

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
• Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• Office based environment with on-site mentors
• Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
• Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
• Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
• An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

  Other Employee Benefits

  • Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
  • Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
  • Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

  Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

  • A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
  • Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
  • Free on-site parking
  • Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

  What to Expect Next

  A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent discipline with 2-5 years of experience (CPA preferred);
  • Fundamental knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards;
  • Fundamental understanding of financial statements, disclosures and reporting;
  • Excellent analytical and communication (both verbal and written) skills;
  • Highly organized, possesses high attention to detail, and deadline oriented;
  • Ability to perform core duties with limited supervisor oversight;
  • Ability to learn and understand processes and associated technology quickly; and
  • Ability to perform routine analysis of data and draw conclusions.
  • Perform business process and operational control assessments in support of financial statement audits, including those related to Sarbanes-Oxley compliance;
  • Exercise excellent judgment in reviewing audit related materials, critiquing processes and controls, communicating the relevance and significance of items noted, and proposing practical solutions;
  • Develop familiarity and understanding of Internal Audit processes and methodologies;
  • Assist in identifying risks associated with business and operational processes and supporting applications;
  • Assist with analyzing and documenting processes taking into consideration the financial risks and audit objectives;
  • Document test work and controls in a complete and accurate manner;
  • Assist in preparing written audit reports and summaries;
  • Monitor key risk indicators and significant change activities and elevate emerging issues to Internal Audit management in a timely fashion;
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with process owners, managers, and other internal Medpace staff as appropriate;
  • Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality;
  • Maintain appropriate licensure or certifications, if applicable.