Senior Associate

Manage end-to-end client engagements and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables. Conduct quality assurance reviews for documentation and testing results in line with regulatory guidelines. Identify process improvement areas and prepare relevant recommendations. Ensure compliance with engagement plans and internal quality/risk management procedures. Escalate any engagement-related risks or red flags to US engagement counterparts. Assist with the preparation of reports, deliverables, audit committee presentations, and status updates. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders (functional heads and key influencers). Contribute to the development of new methodologies, business proposals, and marketing collaterals. Identify potential business opportunities during ongoing client engagements. People Development: Mentor and coach junior team members including Assistant Managers, Senior Associates, and Analysts. Deliver training sessions and contribute to the teamknowledge management initiatives. Provide constructive feedback and promote a positive learning environment. Contribute to effective teamwork and process improvements. Skills Required: Proficient in IT Risk Advisory practices, including: IT General Controls (ITGC) testing ITGC testing for Internal Audits SOX 302 and 404 audits Third-party reporting (e.g., SOC1, SOC2) Experience with risk assessments, walkthroughs, control design, and flowchart creation. Strong command of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach and lead junior team members. Preferred Attributes: Prior experience working with clients from Big 4 or similar consulting environments. Ability to manage engagement budgets and contribute to business development initiatives. Solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated industry expertise and a keen understanding of current trends and challenges.