Internal Controls Senior

ED03 Elliott Davis Advisory, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Flexible schedules

Parental leave

Health benefits

Career coaching

Leadership development

Beyond program

Job summary

Elliott Davis Advisory, LLC is seeking an Internal Controls Senior to lead day-to-day execution of internal control engagements, develop test plans, and manage project status. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and controls while delivering exceptional client service.

The role emphasizes risk-based testing, documentation, and adherence to AICPA and PCAOB standards with a focus on SOX compliance and control optimization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of risk and controls experience.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• CPA or CIA certification preferred.
• Knowledge of process design, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience scoping and performing controls testing under AICPA and PCAOB standards and SOX compliance.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective organization and project management skills.
• Strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks within various business processes and design appropriate controls to mitigate those risks.
• Create and maintain detailed internal controls documentation, including narratives, matrices, and flowcharts.
• Perform testing to evaluate design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Provide excellent client service, build relationships, and communicate complex issues clearly.
• Identify control deficiencies, develop remediation plans, and track progress.
• Assist with project management activities, including status tracking and reporting.
• Stay current on regulations, standards, and best practices related to internal controls and risk management.
• Lead process walkthroughs to document business processes.
• Demonstrate strong writing and editing skills.

Skills

Risk assessment

Controls testing

Documentation

Project management

Communication

Excel

Visio

AI tools

Critical thinking

Education

Accounting degree

Master’s degree

CPA or CIA preferred

Tools

CoPilot

Claude

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices - located in the fastest growing cities in the US - are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in NC and D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC), a licensed CPA firm. The Internal Controls Senior will lead the day-to-day execution of multiple internal control audit and advisory engagements; develop test plans and risk and control documentation; manage and report on project status; collaborate with cross-functional engagement teams; provide feedback to Internal Controls staff; and participate in program development efforts. This role will also identify and coordinate process improvements and manage other assigned ad hoc projects. The Internal Controls Senior Associate will be a champion for the Internal Controls program, helping build a strong team and deliver extraordinary client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess risks within various business processes and design appropriate controls to mitigate those risks.
• Create and maintain detailed internal controls documentation, including process narratives, risk and control matrices, and flowcharts.
• Perform testing to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Provide excellent client service, build relationships, and communicate complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Identify control deficiencies, develop remediation plans, and track progress against those plans.
• Assist with project management activities, including status tracking, reporting, and oversight of team members.
• Stay current on relevant regulations, standards, and best practices related to internal controls and risk management.
• Lead process walkthroughs to understand and document business processes.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking, writing, grammar, and editing skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of risk and controls or related experience.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA or CIA preferred.
• Knowledge of process design, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience scoping and performing controls testing under AICPA and PCAOB standards and SOX compliance, including identification of control gaps and deficiencies.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective organization and project management skills.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio, and AI tools, such as CoPilot and Claude.
• Professionalism, professional curiosity, attention to detail, emotional intelligence, integrity, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Experience collaborating across functional teams to standardize procedures, identify and implement process improvements, and increase automation efforts.
• Experience with data analytics, IT audit, and emerging technologies such as AI is a bonus but not required.

What Success Looks Like

Leads high-quality engagements that meet timelines and client expectations. Builds trusted relationships through clear, proactive communication. Produces clear, accurate, review-ready documentation. Identifies risks, control gaps, and practical, value-add improvement opportunities. Coaches team members and contributes to practice growth.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater. That's right - all aspects of life, not just your life as an employee, because we understand that there's life beyond your job. Here are some of the ways our work works for your life, your growth, and your well-being:

• generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's
• flexible work schedules
• 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible)
• first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
• one-on-one professional coaching
• Leadership and career development programs
• access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices - located in the fastest growing cities in the US - are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. "Elliott Davis" is the brand name under which Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in North Carolina and D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC) and Elliott Davis Advisory, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with applicable professional standards. Elliott Davis, LLC is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its customers. Elliott Davis Advisory, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their customers.