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Audit Specialist

Confidential Client•Financial Services
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$53,559
Travelers Rest, South Carolina
16 Hours Ago

The Audit Specialist at Confidential Client supports the internal audit program by collaborating with management to assess business risks and controls. This role involves executing audit testing, reporting findings, and recommending improvements to enhance risk management and operational effectiveness within a fast-paced environment.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

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About the Role

Confidential Client is seeking an Audit Specialist to support the execution, expansion, and continuous improvement of the Internal Audit program. This role works closely with management to understand business processes, identify risk, design and execute audit tests, and report findings. This posting supports campus recruiting and entry-level offers targeting May 2027 starts. The position is based in Travelers Rest, SC.


What You’ll Do

  • Assist with maintaining a comprehensive Audit Universe and Risk Assessment
  • Support development and completion of the annual Audit Plan
  • Work with management to identify risks and design audit procedures aligned to those risks
  • Execute audit testing to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls
  • Report audit results and recommendations throughout engagements and in exit meetings
  • Prepare formal audit reports for management and relevant governance committees
  • Track remediation of audit issues and validate completed items
  • Maintain accurate electronic working papers and documentation supporting conclusions
  • Recommend improvements to controls and processes to mitigate risk and improve results
  • Seek opportunities to streamline audit-related processes and leverage data/technology

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required
  • Intrinsically motivated and able to take initiative, follow through on improvements, and evaluate outcomes
  • Strong interpersonal skills; effective verbal and written communication
  • Team player who can adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Proficient with standard business applications and able to learn new systems quickly
  • Excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
  • Commitment to organizational values and professional conduct

Employment Details

  • Employment type: FULL_TIME (exempt level)
  • Typical schedule: Monday–Friday; hours may vary based on business need (generally within an 8:00am–6:00pm window) and may require work beyond 40 hours as business demands dictate
  • Location: Travelers Rest, SC (on-site) — position does not require travel
  • Physical/functional expectations: frequent computer work, reading, occasional bending/kneeling; ability to remain stationary for extended periods; fine motor coordination for standard office tasks
  • Confidential Client participates in the E‑Verify program to confirm work eligibility
  • As part of the hiring process, automated tools or AI may be used to assist with application review; final hiring decisions are made by people

Benefits

  • Competitive base pay and potential performance bonuses (role-dependent)
  • Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, supplemental insurance, long‑term and short‑term disability
  • 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) annually
  • Tuition reimbursement and parental leave programs
  • Business casual work environment

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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