Audit Associate
Ascendo Resources, Chicago, IL, United States
A publicly traded organization is seeking an
Audit Associate
to join its growing internal audit team. This role offers strong exposure to leadership, financial reporting, SOX compliance, and operational audits across a complex, multi-entity environment. Ideal for someone coming out of public accounting or with corporate audit experience looking to gain visibility and career growth.
Responsibilities
Assist in executing internal audit engagements across financial, operational, and compliance areas
Support
SOX 404 testing , including walkthroughs, control testing, and documentation
Evaluate internal controls and identify process improvement opportunities
Assist with audits related to financial reporting, revenue, and key business cycles
Prepare audit workpapers and summarize findings for management review
Partner with accounting, finance, and operational leaders across the organization
Track remediation efforts and follow up on audit findings
Support special projects, risk assessments, and ad hoc reviews
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
1–3 years of public accounting (Audit) or internal audit experience
Experience with
public company environment and SOX
preferred
Understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks
Strong Excel skills and analytical mindset
CPA or CPA-track preferred
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
DIVERSTIY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service or any non-merit factor.
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Audit Associate
to join its growing internal audit team. This role offers strong exposure to leadership, financial reporting, SOX compliance, and operational audits across a complex, multi-entity environment. Ideal for someone coming out of public accounting or with corporate audit experience looking to gain visibility and career growth.
Responsibilities
Assist in executing internal audit engagements across financial, operational, and compliance areas
Support
SOX 404 testing , including walkthroughs, control testing, and documentation
Evaluate internal controls and identify process improvement opportunities
Assist with audits related to financial reporting, revenue, and key business cycles
Prepare audit workpapers and summarize findings for management review
Partner with accounting, finance, and operational leaders across the organization
Track remediation efforts and follow up on audit findings
Support special projects, risk assessments, and ad hoc reviews
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
1–3 years of public accounting (Audit) or internal audit experience
Experience with
public company environment and SOX
preferred
Understanding of GAAP and internal control frameworks
Strong Excel skills and analytical mindset
CPA or CPA-track preferred
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
DIVERSTIY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service or any non-merit factor.
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