The Audit & Risk Management Associate is responsible for risk management activities, supporting external audit processes throughout the Company, and assisting internal audit in SOX control testing.
Principal Responsibilities and Duties:
- Coordinates the day-to-day execution of management's System and Organization Controls (SOC) reports through organization of request lists, tracking of open items, and assisting in walk-throughs.
- Assists external auditors in annual and interim reviews by coordinating requests with leadership and internal stakeholders and collecting request items.
- Participates in the testing of design and operating effectiveness of the internal control structure, as mandated by Sarbanes-Oxley, Section 404.
- Coordinates the company's annual third-party risk assessment process.
- Collects and consolidates renewal data as part of the annual, business insurance renewal process.
- Maintains risk documentation within the company's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program in coordination with leadership.
- Other duties as needed or assigned.
Skills and Abilities Required:
- Exhibits logical problem-solving and critical thinking skills with the ability to develop solutions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with external auditors and members of senior management key audit priorities and issues, both verbally and in writing.
- Capable of managing numerous tasks, projects or events occurring simultaneously while maintaining order and communication.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with intermediate skills in Excel.
- Possess a high level of professionalism and integrity and maintains the confidentiality of company and audit information.
Minimum Level of Preparation and Training Normally required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or business-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Open to new graduates or 1+ year of public accounting or equivalent audit industry experience.
- Prior experience working with a public accounting firm and/or with SOX compliance activities a strong plus.
Application Process:
You can directly apply through Cass's website at https://www.cassinfo.com/careers. Please apply directly to this position via the "Apply" button. You will be required to create an account and provide your resume, contact information and other pertinent employment information. This process typically takes 20 minutes or less. Should we find that you meet the minimum requirement of the position, a member of our recruiting team will be in touch to start the interview process.
About Our Company:
Cass Information Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated information and payment management solutions. Cass enables enterprises to achieve visibility, control and efficiency in their supply chains, communications networks, facilities and other operations. Disbursing over $90 billion annually on behalf of clients, and with total assets in excess of $2.5 billion, Cass is uniquely supported by Cass Commercial Bank. Founded in 1906 and a wholly owned subsidiary, Cass Commercial Bank provides sophisticated financial exchange services to the parent organization and its clients. Cass is part of the Russell 2000. More information is available at www.cassinfo.com.