Audit Senior - Risk Assurance Team

BPM LLP; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Well-being resources

Flexibility options

Professional development

Job summary

BPM LLP is seeking a Risk Assurance Senior to lead ITGC/ITAC testing for SOX engagements and to mentor junior staff. You will coordinate assurance activities, work with clients on IT risk and compliance initiatives, and contribute to practice development.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years in IT audits or SOX engagements, with strong communication skills and knowledge of SOC 1/2. Preference for CISA/CISSP/CPA and ERP/cloud experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, or related field.
• 2–5 years of IT audits or SOX/compliance experience.
• CISA, CISSP, or CPA preferred.
• Strong SOC 1/2 and ITGC/ITAC knowledge.
• Experience with ERP and cloud environments recommended.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform IT General Controls (ITGC), IT Application Controls (ITAC), and automated controls testing for SOX compliance engagements.
• Perform audit activities, including walkthroughs through report preparation, for SOC 1 and SOC 2 engagements and SOX compliance, ensuring timely deliverables.
• Prepare and review workpapers, testing documentation, narratives, flowcharts, and risk and control matrices (RCMs).
• Perform testing and review and provide technical expertise to clients and engagement team members.
• Mentor, coach, and review the work of Associates and interns, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Contribute to practice development initiatives, including methodology enhancements, training, and recruiting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Prioritize deadlines

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Job description

BPM – where caring and community is in our company DNA; we are always striving to be our best selves; and we’re compelled to ask the questions that lead to innovation. As a Risk Assurance Senior, you will play a key role in executing and coordinating assurance engagements, supporting clients through complex business and IT risk and compliance initiatives, and mentoring junior team members. You will work closely with managers and client personnel to deliver high-quality solutions across SOX, SOC and IT audit engagements. Working with BPM means using your experiences, broadening your skills, and reaching your full potential in work and life—while also making a positive difference for your clients, colleagues, and communities. Our shared entrepreneurial spirit drives us to see and do things differently. Our passion for people makes BPM a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and part of something bigger. Because People Matter.

What you get

• Total rewards package: flexible work arrangements, personalized benefits, and financial compensation options that give you choice and flexibility.
• Well‑being resources: an interactive wellness platform, employee assistance program, mental health resources, and Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) that provide safe spaces for colleagues to share, be heard, feel valued and deepen connections.
• Balance & flexibility: 14 firm holidays including 2 floating, Flex PTO, paid family leave, winter break, summer hours, and remote work options so you can balance challenging yourself with taking care of yourself.
• Professional development opportunities: a learning culture with CPA exam resources and bonuses, tuition reimbursement, a coach program, and live classes, workshops, and seminars through BPM University.

Who is successful at BPM

• Caring people who put others first
• Self‑starters who embody the BPM entrepreneurial spirit
• Authentic individuals with a diverse point of view
• Lifelong learners with a drive to excel

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform IT General Controls (ITGC), IT Application Controls (ITAC), and automated controls testing for SOX compliance engagements.
• Perform audit activities, including walkthroughs through report preparation, for SOC 1 and SOC 2 engagements and SOX compliance, ensuring timely deliverables.
• Prepare and review workpapers, testing documentation, narratives, flowcharts, and risk and control matrices (RCMs).
• Perform testing and review and provide technical expertise to clients and engagement team members.
• Mentor, coach, and review the work of Associates and interns, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Contribute to practice development initiatives, including methodology enhancements, training, and recruiting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience performing IT audits, SOC examinations, SOX compliance, or risk assurance engagements in public accounting or consulting.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and/or CPA license are preferred.
• Strong understanding of SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOX frameworks, including ITGCs, ITACs, automated controls, business process controls, and third‑party risk considerations.
• Experience with ERP systems, cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP), and cybersecurity concepts is preferred.
• Ability to independently manage multiple assignments and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with client management and engagement teams.
• Ability to synthesize research into clear, thoughtful, and actionable deliverables.

BPM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. BPM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For positions based in Tampa, Florida, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). Please note - this posting is for prospective candidates only. Unsolicited third‑party resume submissions will be considered property of BPM and will not be acknowledged or returned. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.