Advisory Senior Associate

Join Frazier & Deeter and be a part of a rapidly growing Top 50 accounting & advisory firm that has been repeatedly named a Best Firm to Work For, a Best Firm for Women and a Pacesetter firm among U.S. accounting firms. With several offices across the U.S., UK, and India, there is a spot for you!

We serve clients of all sizes across the United States and the globe, with a suite of services that grow every year. Our growth mindset and entrepreneurial environment translates into variety and opportunity for our people.

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Job Summary

The Advisory Senior Associate will be responsible for leading the day-to-day execution and delivery of a range of projects focused on SOC examinations and reporting, IT internal audit and advisory, IT governance and risk assessment, system implementation reviews, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, PCI, and information security. The Advisory practice is well-positioned to pace the overall growth of the Firm due to our unique positioning in the marketplace and overall demand for our services. We are seeking self-motivated and qualified candidates with a passion for quality client service to join our growing team.

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Responsibilities

Lead day‑to‑day execution of advisory engagements, including SOC 1/SOC 2 examinations, IT internal audits, IT risk assessments, and information security reviews.; Perform detailed testing and evaluation of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, cybersecurity controls, and operational processes.; Assess client environments against industry frameworks such as COBIT, NIST, ISO 27000, PCI, HIPAA, and AICPA trust services criteria.; Support Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance efforts, including walkthroughs, control design assessments, and testing in accordance with PCAOB standards.; Evaluate system implementation projects to ensure appropriate controls, governance, and risk mitigation practices are in place.; Prepare high‑quality workpapers, audit documentation, and client deliverables that clearly communicate findings, risks, and recommendations.; Collaborate with client stakeholders, external auditors, and internal teams to clarify expectations, resolve issues, and ensure timely engagement delivery.; Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities, develop practical, value‑added recommendations.; Assist in drafting SOC reports, risk assessment summaries, audit reports, and executive‑level presentations.; Mentor, train, and review work of staff associates to support their professional development.; Contribute to engagement planning, scoping, and risk assessment activities.; Maintain strong working knowledge of emerging technologies, regulatory trends, and industry best practices.; Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high‑quality standards.

Requirements

3+ years of Information Security or Information Technology experience required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems(MIS), or related field required; CISA candidate, other certifications accepted (CPA, CISSP, CIA, etc.); Demonstrated success in a client service role, preferably with Big 4 or national advisory firm; Familiarity with variety of technologies, operating systems, databases, and reporting and data analytics tools; Ability to interact with external auditors and members of management to deliver expectations and communicate and interpret key audit priorities and issues, including PCAOB and AICPA trends; Exceptional organizational skills with capability to present to Board / C-suite audience; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Experience related to the following areas:; SSAE 18 / SOC 1 / SOC 2; Sarbanes-Oxley and PCAOB requirements; IT risk assessment / operational IT audit; IT general controls; COBIT framework; PCI; Information security / cyber frameworks (ISO 27000, NIST, AICPA, etc.); HIPAA; Systems development life cycle; Business acumen, ability to anticipate and escalate issues; Ability meet deadlines; Working knowledge of basic financial accounting, auditing and financial reporting concepts; Teaching and staff development; Ability and appetite to invest into relationships; Exemplify a positive attitude and strong work ethic with a commitment to teamwork and professionalism.; Ability to travel 20% to 40%