Remote Risk Advisory Associate

Elliott Davis; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Elliott Davis is seeking an Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group. You will support internal audit engagements across core banking functions, test controls, and help strengthen risk management and regulatory compliance.

You will work with senior team members, contribute to audit reporting, and participate in meetings with clients. This role offers exposure to diverse banking operations and growth within financial services consulting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, banking operations, risk management, or related fields (internships accepted).
• Foundational understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and audit methodologies.
• Willingness to travel (up to 25 nights per year)

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing internal audit engagements across core banking functions.
• Execute audit procedures, including walkthroughs, testing of controls, and validation of processes.
• Identify and assess risks, control gaps, and process inefficiencies across operational and financial areas.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, including observations, root cause analysis, and practical recommendations.
• Support compliance assessments related to applicable banking regulations (FDIC, OCC, Fed, state banking regulators).
• Participate in meetings with clients and internal stakeholders to gather information and communicate progress.
• Contribute to project management across multiple audit engagements and develop audit tools and methodologies.

Skills

COSO framework

Audit methodologies

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Excel

SQL

Audit analytics platforms

Job description

Elliott Davis is seeking an Associate – Risk Advisory to join our Financial Services Group. You will support internal audit engagements across core banking functions, test controls, and help strengthen risk management and regulatory compliance.

You will work with senior team members, contribute to audit reporting, and participate in meetings with clients. This role offers exposure to diverse banking operations and growth within financial services consulting.