Senior Internal Auditor

Internal Audit Associate

Fairfax, VA

Hybrid Schedule (4 days per week onsite)

We are seeking a risk and compliance professional to join our expanding Internal Audit team. For this role, we are seeking an experienced risk advisory or internal audit associate who can play a key role in the development and execution of the firm's annual audit plan.

As the Risk and Compliance Associate, you will play a key role in identifying, assessing, and monitoring compliance and operational risks across the organization. You will be responsible for conducting business process audits, testing internal controls, and supporting enterprise-wide risk management initiatives to ensure adherence to regulatory and internal policy requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of the annual compliance monitoring and testing plan.
• Perform independent testing of key controls across business functions to assess design and operational effectiveness.
• Conduct business process audits and walkthroughs to identify potential risks and control gaps.
• Document testing procedures, findings, and recommendations in accordance with internal standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to remediate issues and track resolution status.
• Support risk assessments and assist with identifying emerging risks.
• Contribute to the enhancement of policies, procedures, and training programs related to risk and compliance.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in compliance, risk management, internal audit, or related roles within financial services sector preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and regulatory requirements (e.g., SEC, FINRA, FFIEC, or similar).
• Experience testing internal controls and auditing business processes.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, or CPA are a plus.