Specialist, Audit & Compliance

CMI Media Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CMI Media Group seeks an Audit & Compliance Specialist to strengthen our internal controls and bridge Compliance with Finance/Accounting.

You will maintain the Risk and Controls Matrix, coordinate SOX/ICFR evidence, and drive audit-ready processes. The role emphasizes using AI tools to automate tasks, improve evidence templates, and support control owners while fostering a culture of ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of public accounting experience focusing on audit and internal controls.
• Strong understanding of financial operations and revenue recognition.
• Knowledge of IFRS (IFRS 15/16) or US GAAP (ASC 606).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (macros, advanced functions).
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite or Sage Intacct).
• Willingness to travel occasionally; hybrid work flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Risk and Controls Matrix (RCM) and coordinate SOX/ICFR evidence.
• Prepare walkthrough materials to ensure audit readiness.
• Coordinate audit requests; manage PBC lists and submissions.
• Liaise between Compliance and Finance/Accounting; reinforce control ownership.
• Monitor deficiencies, review remediation evidence, and follow up with owners.
• Leverage AI tools to automate repeatable compliance tasks and templates.

Skills

Audit & SOX readiness

AI & automation

Excel advanced

Audit request coordination

Control owner collaboration

IFRS knowledge

US GAAP ASC 606

ERP systems knowledge

Communication skills

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

Job description

At CMI Media Group, we are delivering healthcare marketing at the speed of life. Our success is built on innovation, collaboration, and a relentless commitment to excellence. We live our values every day, fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where every voice matters.

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Specialist, Audit & Compliance to join our team. In this role, you will be a key player in supporting our internal control environment, bridging the gap between our Compliance and Finance/Accounting teams, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to streamline our audit processes.

What You’ll Do

As our Audit & Compliance Specialist, you will act as a practical extension of our Compliance function. You won't just track checklists; you will help control owners build audit-ready processes, proactively solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Audit & SOX Readiness: Maintain our Risk and Controls Matrix (RCM), coordinate SOX/ICFR evidence, and prepare walkthrough materials to ensure we are always audit-ready.
• Audit Request Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for audit requests. Distribute and track PBC (Provided by Client) lists, review submissions for completeness, and manage version-controlled support files.
• Control Owner Collaboration: Serve as the day-to-day liaison between Compliance and Finance/Accounting. Help control owners understand expectations and deadlines while reinforcing a culture of control ownership.
• Deficiency & Remediation Tracking: Monitor control deficiencies and action plans, review remediation evidence, and proactively follow up with process owners to keep things moving.
• AI & Process Innovation: Bring a modern mindset to compliance! You will leverage AI tools to automate repeatable compliance tasks, standardize evidence templates, and flag potential gaps for human review.

Who You Are

You have a "control mindset"-the unique ability to assess whether documentation is audit-ready and help teams strengthen their processes without creating unnecessary administrative burden. You are analytical, tech-savvy, and a great communicator.

Your Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in public accounting with a focus on audit and internal controls.
• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of complex financial operations and revenue recognition standards.
• Highly preferred: Knowledge of IFRS (specifically IFRS 15 and IFRS 16) OR strong familiarity with US GAAP (specifically ASC 606).
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, macros).
• Bonus points for experience with ERP systems (NetSuite or Sage Intacct) or experience updating RCMs during system implementations.
• Tech Agility: An enthusiasm for leveraging AI and new technologies to automate workflows and improve control execution.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to translate complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Hybrid Flexibility: Ability to work from one of our offices at least once per week (or 4 times per month).
• Travel: Occasional travel to other company or partner offices for quarterly meetings/collaboration (typically once per quarter).
• Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours outside of normal business hours on occasion, as business and audit cycles require.

Why Join CMI Media Group?

When you join us, you're joining a company that values proactivity, critical thinking, and adaptability. We offer a collaborative environment where you can grow your career, a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion, and the opportunity to work with modern technologies (like AI) to shape the future of our compliance function.