Execution on client engagement Ensure quality delivery as per client requirements
Determine that the work delivered is of high quality through self-review process with respect to complete and accurate documentation of testing results, with attention to detail and review others’ documentation according to regulatory guidelines
Conducting tests of Design and Implementation and Operating effectiveness of control
Reviewing and developing client's custom control catalogs to ensure alignment of test procedures and control language to enhance efficiencies in remote execution of test procedures
Execute one or more client engagements simultaneously and working internal teams
Suggest ideas on improving engagement productivity and identify opportunities for improving client service
Understand business & industry issues / trends. Identify areas requiring improvement in the client's business processes to enable preparation of recommendations
Ensure compliance with engagement plans, tracking variance and internal quality & risk management procedures
Anticipate and identify engagement related risks and escalate issues, potential red flags to engagement senior/ manager as appropriate on a timely basis
Demonstrate industry expertise (detailed understanding of the industry, trends, issues/ challenges and leading practices)
Demonstrate an application & solution-based approach to problem solving technique
Manage engagement budgets and support superiors in developing marketing collaterals, business proposals and new solution / methodology development
Assist Senior Associates, Assistant Managers and Managers in developing new methodologies and internal initiatives
Create a positive learning culture, coaches, mentors, counsels and develops junior team members
Develop strong working relationships with client
Contribute to knowledge management sessions within the practice
Should have good written, communication and interpersonal skills
Planning
Planning & Organizing, Time Management, Project Management
Technical
IT General Controls testing (ITGC), in support of SOC audits – including applications, Operating Systems, ERPs and databases,
Performing testing by applying the components of relevant frameworks (e.g., COSO, ERM, COBIT, ISO)
SSAE 16/ SOC 1 testing and reporting – for IT as well as business process controls
SOC 2 testing and reporting – for various trust principles including HITRUST engagements
Functional
Awareness of internal auditing standards issued by IIA, ICAI & ISACA
Microsoft office tools (Word, Excel, Access, Power point etc.) with demonstrated ability to coach young team members on the respective tools
Behavioral
Relationship with peers, inclination towards resolving client's problems, demonstrating clearrly1 values
‘Grant Thornton INDUS’ comprises GT U.S. Shared Services Center India Pvt Ltd and Grant Thornton U.S. Knowledge and Capability Center India Pvt Ltd. Grant Thornton INDUS is the shared services center supporting the operations of Grant Thornton LLP, the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd. Established in 2012, Grant Thornton INDUS employs professionals across a wide range of disciplines including Tax, Audit, Advisory, and other operational functions. What sets us apart isn’t just what we do – it’s how we do it. We support and enable the firm’s purpose of making business more personal and building trust into every result. We’re collaborators – obsessed with quality and ready for anything – who understand the value of strong relationships. Our professionals are well integrated to seamlessly support the U.S. engagement teams, help increase Grant Thornton’s access to a wide talent pool, and improve operational efficiencies. Empowered people, bold leadership, and distinctive client service are imbibed in the culture at Grant Thornton INDUS. We are a transparent, competitive, and excellence-driven firm that offers an opportunity to be part of something significant. In addition, professionals at Grant Thornton INDUS serve communities in India through inspirational and generous services to give back to the communities they work in. Grant Thornton INDUS has its offices in two locations in India – Bengaluru and Kolkata
