Internal Audit/SOX Business Controls - Senior Associate

PwC

Seattle, UShybrid$77k-$202k/yrPosted Jul 22, 2026
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About the role

The Opportunity

As an Internal Audit/SOX Business Controls - Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in delivering end-to-end internal audit services to clients across various industries. Within our Risk & Regulatory practice, you will focus on building, optimizing, and transforming internal audit functions, leveraging AI and other risk technologies to address the full spectrum of risks. Your work will help organizations protect value, navigate disruption, and gain the confidence to take risks that drive growth.

As a Senior Associate, you will develop meaningful client connections and learn how to manage and inspire others. You will navigate increasingly complex situations, growing your personal brand and deepening your technical skills. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, delivering quality work even when the path forward is unclear. In this role at PwC, you will use critical thinking to break down complex concepts, interpret data to inform insights, and uphold professional and technical standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to the firm's overall business strategies and client solutions.

Responsibilities

Conducting internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of financial controls and compliance with regulations

Utilizing auditing methodologies to assess governance and risk management processes

Collaborating with clients to optimize internal audit functions and deliver end-to-end services

Leveraging AI and risk technology to enhance audit processes and address a spectrum of risks

Analyzing financial statements and internal controls to provide objective assessments

Developing and implementing business process improvements to enhance operational efficiency

Applying data analysis and interpretation skills to inform insights and recommendations

Managing stakeholder relationships to understand and anticipate client needs

Upholding professional and technical standards in line with firm guidelines

Mentoring junior team members to foster growth and development within the team

What You Must Have

At least a Bachelor's degree

At least 2 years of experience

Before starting full-time at PwC, meet the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in your intended state of employment or the educational requirements for licensure as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

What Sets You Apart

Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Financial Mathematics/Quantitative Finance, Health Administration/Public Health, Law/Legal Studies, Mathematics/Statistics

At least one of the following: Current pursuit of or an active CPA, CIA or CISA license

Demonstrating proficiency in internal audit and compliance auditing

Utilizing analytical thinking for data analysis and interpretation

Excelling in business process improvement and risk management standards

Navigating complex situations with critical thinking and problem-solving

Building meaningful client connections and managing stakeholder relationships

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

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Compensation

This Other role pays $77k-$202k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in United States.

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