IT Audit Associate - College Program

Kearney & Company is seeking IT Audit Associates to join our team! Specifically seeking future or recent graduates majoring Information Systems (or other synonym for IT related major) OR Double Major/ Concentration in Accounting AND Information Science, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems (or other synonym for IT related major). This position is a great entry-level opportunity for new graduates who want hands-on IT audit experience working with federal government agencies throughout the United States.

LOCATION(s): Washington DC Metro Area

• Work location may be in the office, but because we are a client facing organization, typically you can expect to be at client sites.
• You may have the opportunity to work virtually/remotely in the U.S. depending on business needs and is always subject to change. This is not determined until closer to start date.
• Travel opportunities may be presented (depending on client to client)
• As a reminder, this position is not guaranteed to be in person 5 days a week. Work schedules and client needs vary from engagement to engagement and is always subject to change. Kearney does an incredible job with the communication of changes should they arise with advance notice.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in external and internal financial audits/assessments by performing tests around financial system controls compliance.
• IT Audit Associates have the opportunity to work on various engagements including financial statement audits, A-123 internal controls audit readiness, develop IT sampling plans, draft written audit findings, and FISMA security work.
• Performing audit procedures to determine the design and operating effectiveness of the controls.
• Performing risk assessments.
• Determine compliance is with policies and selected law/regulations are met.
• Review and evaluate internal controls and supporting documentation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations.
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities.
• Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with clients and team members.
• Ability to balance multiple projects concurrently.
• Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn.
• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Demonstrate strong digital dexterity: Meaning, executing work with independence and the capability of being agile, adept, and effective while embracing any existing or emerging technology for yielding a better business solution or outcome.
• Travel opportunities (depending on client to client)

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university in Information Systems (or other synonym for IT related major) OR Double Major/ Concentration in Accounting AND Information Science, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems (or other synonym for IT related major)
• Willing to work on-site in Washington, D.C. Metro Area on a hybrid basis as client-based needs arise.
• Ability to travel at least 25%, barring any travel restrictions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an interim U.S. Secret security clearance (requires U.S. citizenship)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• CISA, CPA candidate, or eligibility to sit for CPA certification is highly desirable.