Description:
As an Audit Senior Associate within the Consumer Products Group at Anchin, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, evaluating internal controls, and assessing compliance with regulatory requirements. This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting detailed financial analyses, and providing valuable insights to enhance the firm’s overall risk management and governance processes.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute financial audits for the Consumer Products Group, ensuring adherence to audit standards and policies while evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls and financial reporting processes.
- Identify and communicate audit findings, including recommendations for improvement.
- Assess and analyze business processes to identify potential risks and control weaknesses.
- Work closely with m management to develop strategies for mitigating identified risks.
- Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and emerging risks affecting the consumer products sector.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Keep abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements impacting the CPG team.
- Provide guidance and support to junior auditors and facilitate knowledge sharing within the audit team.
- Prepare clear and concise audit reports detailing findings, recommendations, and management responses.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation of audit procedures, work papers, and supporting evidence.
- Participate in the development and enhancement of audit methodologies and tools while proposing and implementing process improvements to optimize audit efficiency and effectiveness.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA highly preferred.
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in audit, with a focus on consumer products or related industries.
- Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and audit methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with various levels of management.
- Proficient in using audit software and Microsoft Office applications.