Process Risk Senior Associate/Manager

Largeton Group; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm located in the United States is seeking a Mid-Senior level risk management professional. The role involves conducting internal audits and providing compliance recommendations for universities and not-for-profit clients. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or IT, along with at least 2 years of experience in professional services. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. Full-time employment with a focus on client satisfaction and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional services, risk management, or internal audit experience required.
• Apply knowledge of industry-specific risks (e.g., grants management, fundraising).

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based reviews of operational, financial, and administrative processes.
• Evaluate internal controls, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.
• Plan, execute, and report on internal audit engagements.

Skills

Risk management

Internal auditing

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, or related field

CIA, CPA, or Six Sigma certifications

Job description

Job Summary

• Conduct risk-based reviews of operational, financial, and administrative processes for universities and not-for-profit (NFP) clients.
• Evaluate internal controls, identify gaps, and recommend governance and compliance improvements.
• Plan, execute, and report on internal audit engagements, including internal control assessments and enterprise risk management (ERM) evaluations.
• Support project leadership by managing engagement scope, timelines, deliverables, and ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Work with a portfolio of 6-8 university and NFP clients in a fast-paced, consulting environment.
• Build deep understanding of clients’ business models, strategic objectives, operations, IT systems, and control environments.
• Participate in co-sourced/outsourced internal audits, compliance testing, and internal control design/implementation.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide feedback to associates and interns.
• Develop and execute tailored audit workplans and control test procedures.
• Apply knowledge of industry-specific risks (e.g., grants management, fundraising, student services, financial aid, academic operations).
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality, client-focused services.
• Maintain strong customer service, communication, analytical, and project management skills.
• Leverage proficiency in Microsoft Office and Visio; knowledge of COSO, IIA IPPF, SOX, and other controls frameworks preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, or related field required; certifications such as CIA, CPA, or Six Sigma preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional services, risk management, or internal audit experience required.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Finance and Sales

Industry

Information Services