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Audit Assistant

Audit Assistant

Pavago • Milwaukee, WI, US
20 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Audit Assistant

Position Type : Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours : U.S. client business hours (with flexibility during audit cycles and filing deadlines)

About the Role : Our client is seeking an Audit Assistant to support internal and external audit engagements. This role involves preparing schedules, reconciling accounts, maintaining audit-ready records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards. The Audit Assistant plays a critical role in accuracy and transparency, helping auditors verify financial statements and controls.

Responsibilities : Audit Preparation :

  • Compile and organize PBC (Prepared By Client) schedules for auditors.
  • Gather supporting documentation for transactions, contracts, and reconciliations.
  • Maintain organized, accessible audit files (digital and / or physical).

Testing & Verification :

  • Assist in walkthroughs and control testing.
  • Verify supporting data for sample selections requested by auditors.
  • Reconcile account balances and ensure variance explanations are documented.
  • Compliance & Controls :

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP / IFRS standards and internal policies.
  • Support SOX testing and other regulatory requirements if applicable.
  • Document findings and escalate discrepancies to managers.
  • Collaboration :

  • Work with accounting, finance, HR, and operations teams to gather records.
  • Partner with external auditors during fieldwork, responding to requests in a timely manner.
  • Reporting & Documentation :

  • Prepare audit status reports for management.
  • Maintain logs of outstanding requests and follow-ups.
  • Assist in drafting recommendations for improving internal controls.
  • What Makes You a Perfect Fit :

  • Highly detail-oriented and accurate.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Comfortable working with confidential and sensitive data.
  • Able to balance deadlines and multiple audit requests simultaneously.
  • Required Experience & Skills (Minimum) :

  • 12 years experience in audit support, accounting, or finance.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets (pivot tables, vlookups, reconciliations).
  • Familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ideal Experience & Skills :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Exposure to SOX, PCAOB, or industry-specific compliance standards.
  • Experience supporting external auditors in public accounting or internal audit teams.
  • Knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks (COSO, ISO).
  • What Does a Typical Day Look Like? An Audit Assistant's day revolves around collecting, organizing, and verifying data for audit teams. You will :

  • Start by reviewing the audit request list, prioritizing urgent items.
  • Prepare reconciliations and schedules to support financial statement balances.
  • Respond to auditor requests, pulling invoices, contracts, and transaction details.
  • Assist in control testing, documenting walkthroughs or providing evidence of compliance.
  • Update audit trackers to monitor open requests and deadlines.
  • Wrap up by summarizing progress, escalating outstanding issues, and preparing documents for the next day.
  • In essence : you ensure audits are efficient, accurate, and fully supported with audit-ready documentation.

    Key Metrics for Success (KPIs) :

  • % of audit requests fulfilled on time.
  • Accuracy of reconciliations and schedules prepared.
  • Zero material audit findings due to missing documentation.
  • Positive feedback from auditors and finance managers.
  • Organized, audit-ready files maintained year-round.
  • Interview Process :

  • Initial Phone Screen
  • Video Interview with Recruiter
  • Practical Task (e.g., reconcile a sample account or prepare a mock audit schedule)
  • Client Interview with Audit / Finance Leadership
  • Offer & Background Verification
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