Seattle Internal Audit and Financial Advisory Consultant - 2027
The Internal Audit and Financial Advisory Consultant at Confidential Client collaborates with clients to deliver high-quality audit and advisory solutions across business process and technology domains. This role involves assessing risks, analyzing data with AI-enabled tools, and supporting regulatory compliance while developing leadership and technical skills in a hybrid work environment.
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, Professional Services (Internal Audit & Financial Advisory Consulting).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an Internal Audit and Financial Advisory Consultant based in Seattle, WA. This is an entry-level consulting role on client-facing teams that deliver internal audit, business process, and technology advisory services.
- Support internal audit and financial advisory engagements: assess risks, test controls, document observations, and present findings.
- Analyze financial and operational data using AI-enabled tools and data interrogation techniques.
- Contribute to business process audits and technology audits (cybersecurity, data governance, cloud, software development controls).
- Prepare clear deliverables and client communications, including workpapers, reports, and presentations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and learn from experienced advisors and project leads.
- Participate in training and onboarding programs to build consulting, technical, and leadership skills.
Responsibilities & Typical Projects
- Execute assigned audit procedures and data analytics under supervision.
- Use modern tools (Power BI, Excel, Alteryx, Python, MS Power Platform) to transform data into actionable insights.
- Work on projects across industries — from process improvement and compliance to tech-risk assessments and automation initiatives.
- Apply professional judgment when using AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, GenAI) with human oversight.
- Manage time and priorities on multiple engagements and client sites (local and occasional out-of-state travel).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
- Demonstrated ability to apply AI tools and analytic techniques to research and data tasks.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Critical thinking, curiosity, and a growth mindset.
- Technical proficiency aligned with assigned capability area (Business Process or Technology Audit).
What Makes You Successful
- Works effectively both independently and in teams.
- Applies analytical and creative thinking to solve client problems.
- Comfortable handling and synthesizing data in multiple formats.
- Interest in professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CISA) and continuous learning.
- Entry-level familiarity with software development practices or advanced analytics is a plus.
Work Model & Location
- Hybrid model: combination of in-office and remote work with choices made to support client outcomes and team collaboration.
- Primary job location: Seattle, WA. Work will include in-person work in local offices and client sites; some local or out-of-state travel is possible.
- Confidential Client is not registered to hire in West Virginia or Alaska for this role.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting base salary range (full-time equivalent): $75,000 - $92,000.
- Bonus target opportunity: $2,000.
- Estimated total cash range (base + bonus): $77,000 - $94,000.
- Benefits overview: medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA options, life and disability insurance, adoption/fertility assistance, paid parental leave, 401(k) with employer match, Choice Time Off (CTO) and paid holidays. Benefit details vary by location and eligibility.
Additional Information
- Offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks where applicable.
- Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applicants with disabilities and those who may need reasonable accommodations during the application process. Contact information for accommodation requests will be provided during the apply process.
- For certain localities (e.g., San Francisco, Los Angeles County) relevant fair chance rules are followed in hiring decisions.
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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