Audit Analyst II – Digital

Location: Houston, Texas

Job Category: Finance / Accounting – Internal Audit

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Digital Audit Analyst II to join their internal audit team. This role will focus on assessing IT-related risks, including IT governance, infrastructure, security, applications, and operations. The ideal candidate will evaluate internal controls, identify potential risks, and provide recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the annual internal audit plan by conducting risk assessments, walkthroughs, and special reviews related to IT and cybersecurity projects.

• Assess the integration of automated systems with operational workflows, ensuring proper system functionality, security, and alignment with business objectives.

• Participate in strategic initiatives such as cloud-based ERP implementations to ensure appropriate controls are embedded in the design.

• Assist with SOX compliance efforts, including control testing and remediation, with a focus on improving efficiency and reducing audit costs.

• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to senior leadership.

• Utilize data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness and support risk-based decision-making.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive audit work papers through interviews, documentation reviews, and testing procedures.

• Provide guidance to junior auditors and conduct quality reviews of audit work products.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior management to build strong working relationships.

• Travel up to 25% to conduct audits at various locations.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Preferred: Master’s degree in a relevant field and experience in internal audit within a Fortune 500 company or a large public accounting firm.

• Experience: 3+ years in internal auditing, external auditing, accounting, business analysis, or a related field.

Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong understanding of financial and operational risk assessment.

• Experience with IT audits, cybersecurity assessments, and digital system evaluations.

• Familiarity with data analytics tools for audit testing.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities with senior leadership.

• Ability to adapt quickly to new systems and processes.

Work Environment & Additional Information

• Hybrid work schedule (Monday-Thursday in office, remote on Fridays).

• Must be based in the Houston area.

• Must have authorization to work in the U.S.