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POSITION SUMMARY Grant Thornton's Global Public Sector, based in Alexandria, VA, is a global management consulting business with the mission of providing responsive and innovative financial, performance management, and systems solutions to governments and international organizations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES -Provide accounting support services to include financial statement assistance, developing assertion packages, preparing the Statement of Assurance and performing daily accounting operation functions to clients. OMB Circular A-123 experience a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS -Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field such as Business Administration, Finance, or Public Administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in Accounting. -Knowledge and experience in Federal government accounting or consulting to the Federal government. -6 years of Federal government accounting policies and procedures or financial management is required. -4 years of preparing and auditing Federal government financial statement is required. -Knowledge of internal controls and OMB Circular A-123 a plus. -CDFM, CISA and/or CPA a plus. -US citizenship required and must be security clearance eligible. -Travel may be required.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/ALEXANDRIA-Federal-Services-?-Accounting-&-Finance-?-Manager-Job-VA-22301/798035/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/ALEXANDRIA-Federal-Services-?-Accounting-&-Finance-?-Manager-Job-VA-22301/798035/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Right now at Grant Thornton, the climate is ripe with opportunity for people who are passionate about improving government today. We have successfully won new contracts and extended existing ones ?all to realize our ambitious growth plans in the world of financial and information systems audit throughout the public sector. Our success creates new ways for your skills to shine. We're hosting an invitation-only career event to meet the best and the brightest in these skill areas.Send us your resume right away so you can be scheduled for a private interview with Audit Managers Monday, June 28th.

Ideal candidates are team players who can handle deadlines and who are interested in pursuing a career in the world of financial statement and information systems audits. A Bachelor's degree is required. Accounting, Information Systems, nagement Information Systems, and Accounting Information Systems degrees are preferred. A CPA, CISA, CISSP, CISSM or CIA certification is also preferred but not required, as is experience in at least one of the following areas:

? Federal Financial Statement Audit

? IT Audit

? SAS 70

? Federal Financial Internal Controls

We are looking for candidates from entry to senior management level. Are you ready to shine? Realize your greatest career ambitions in an environment where results matter and contributions count.

Send your resume and salary requirements now to

gpscareers@gt.com. We will contact you to arrange interviews for Monday, June 28th. Grant Thornton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.]]> Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Alexandria-Federal-Services-?-Audit-?-Senior-Consultant-Job-VA-22301/859873/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Alexandria-Federal-Services-?-Audit-?-Senior-Consultant-Job-VA-22301/859873/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Grant Thornton LLP is the U.S. member firm of Grant Thornton International, one of the six global accounting, tax and business advisory organizations. Grant Thornton LLP specializes in serving mid-cap, small-cap and privately held clients, and is a preferred provider of selected non-audit services to selected markets. The firm's success is attributed to an adherence to its Guiding Principles of respect for firm policies and people, a commitment to integrity, professional excellence, and leadership in the accounting profession and the business community. Grant Thornton LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Grant Thornton's supportive culture and commitment to professional excellence separates us from other accounting, tax, and business advisory services firms. Our partners and staff work collaboratively, in a dynamic, global environment, to exceed client expectations. We are looking for like-minded individuals who can deliver outstanding service and solutions to our growing list of clients. If we sound like the type of organization you would like to join, we invite you to consider the following career opportunity.

We are looking for an experienced professional to join our Business Advisory Services Practice. Successful candidates should have 3+ years of consulting experience or 5+ years of relevant industry experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Participate on client engagements from start to finish, which includes some or all of the following: planning, executing, directing, and completing engagements and managing to budget.

· Perform operations improvement, program management, IT effectiveness, IT strategy, and/or system selection engagements.

· Perform general computer, application and business process controls reviews.

· Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.

· Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients.

· Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls

· Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

· Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.

· Perform other job-related duties as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

· MBA with a concentration in Financial Reporting and Controls

· 3 or more years experience of relevant consulting and business experience in one or more of the following industries: Technology, Consumer & Industrial Products, Healthcare, and/or Financial Services.

· CPA, CISA, CISSP, PMP, or CISM license/certification a plus.

· Outstanding written and oral communication skills.

· Strong Project Management skills; experience in using structured project management methodologies to deliver engagements on time and on budget.

· Prior experience in a consulting environment that included responsibility for the preparation of written proposals, status reports, and project deliverables. A professional from an accounting or other consulting firm would be ideal.

· Practical exposure to the application of information technology to address business issues, including: the process of evaluating, selecting, and implementing financial, operational, and/or customer-focused IT solutions.

· Experience managing Internal Audit and/or compliance engagements, including knowledge and focus on Sarbanes/SOX and SAS 70 work.

· Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

· Experience with process improvement engagements and analytical techniques and tools.

· Sense of humor and balanced perspective.

· Flexibility in schedule and the ability to travel if required.

We offer interesting and challenging work, unusually flexible working arrangements, excellent learning opportunities, a stimulating peer group, and the chance to work in small teams with exposure to top management of an extraordinarily diverse and exciting client group.]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Boston-Senior-Associate-Manager-Business-Advisory-Services-Job-MA-02108/883285/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Boston-Senior-Associate-Manager-Business-Advisory-Services-Job-MA-02108/883285/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
POSITION SUMMARY:
As companies have become increasingly dependent on information technology (IT) to conduct daily business activities, they must manage the risk associated with their IT infrastructure. Grant Thornton's IT Security practice, part of the Business Advisory Services (BAS), provides risk management and associated services to our clients.

The BAS IT Security Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing IT security assessments and information systems audit engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
? Run client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing IT security assessments and information systems audits and managing to budget.
? Perform vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, wireless security assessments, web application security assessments, Voice over IP (VoIP) security assessments, and social engineering.
? Perform Payment Card Industry (PCI) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) assessments.
? Assist clients in planning and executing remediation plans identified in assessment activities.
? Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
? Perform other job-related duties as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
? Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or other related major.
? Two to six years of experience in a similar practice or function, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
? One or more of the following industry certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, SANS GIAC.
? Payment Card Industry (PCI) experience. Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV), or Certified Payment-Card Industry Security Manager (CPISM) certifications a plus.
? Hands-on experience with commercial and open-source network and application security testing tools such as Nessus, Metasploit, Kismet, and Wireshark.
? Experience testing web applications for common web application security vulnerabilities as defined by OWASP.
? Experience in security configuration of common network devices (routers, switches, firewalls).
? Understanding of TCP/IP protocol suite.
? Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
? Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Travel 30%

BENEFITS:
Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Philadelphia-IT-Security-Senior-Associate-PA-19019/917381/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Philadelphia-IT-Security-Senior-Associate-PA-19019/917381/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
POSITION SUMMARY:

As companies become increasingly dependent on information technology (IT) to conduct daily business activities, they need to control and secure their overall technology infrastructure. Grant Thornton's IT Audit practice, part of Business Advisory Services (BAS), addresses these controls and security issues. IT Audit offers an opportunity for you to leverage your accounting, auditing, and IT experience to broaden your business and project management skills in a rewarding and challenging environment. IT Audit focuses on reviewing operational, financial, and technology processes to provide management with an independent assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process.

The Senior BAS IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
- Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
- Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform supervisory role as needed.
- Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
- Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
- Work with audit teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
- Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
- Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
- Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
- Perform security and penetration studies.
- Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
- Identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
- Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
- Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
- Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
- Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
- Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.
- Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
- Perform other job-related duties as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.
- Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level; including. Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.

- Strong technical accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP and GAAS
- CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification a plus.
- Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
- Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
- Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
- Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
- Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications. MS Project is a plus.
- Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/MILWAUKEE-Internal-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-WI-53201/631003/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/MILWAUKEE-Internal-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-WI-53201/631003/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Manager is responsible for overseeing all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients in a wide variety of industries. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; conducting activities related to SOX and Sarbanes-Oxley attestations; and developing and managing staff. The Senior BAS IT Audit Manager works closely with partners and staff and plays a key role in client management, practice development, and business development. The Senior BAS IT Audit Manager is responsible for an assigned group of clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Oversee the efforts of multiple client engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete information systems audits, business process control reviews, and other service offerings in a wide variety of industries; and manage to budget.
* Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals.
* Develop a project vision and set challenging personal and client service team goals.
* Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews.
* Review operational, financial, and technology processes to provide management with an individual assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process.
* Work closely with clients and staff to develop client and project risk assessments, implement opportunities, and recommendations regarding business and IT process optimization, profit improvement, internal control, and compliance.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Lead engagements with performing general computer and application controls reviews.
* Lead with the preparation of Service Audit Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes to identify security engagement issues and risk management issues.
* Lead the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients.
* Work with the National BAS practice teams in terms of practice direction and leadership.
* Think strategically about practice enhancements and be able to implement and manage change.
* Handle day-to-day practice and client administrative matters (billing, performance reviews, client acceptance, engagement letter preparation, etc.)
* Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively.
* Consult, work with, and service client base to make recommendations on business improvement and process improvement and serve as a business advisor to client.
* Work closely with partners, managers, and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach to client service and new business development.
* Play a key role in the future business generation and continued development of the client base within industry groups and identify future client needs and new business opportunities.
* Use established network of business relationships within industry groups to generate new sales opportunities.
* Maintain strong client relations and cross-sell services within the assigned group of clients.
* Recruit and retain managers, senior associates, and associates.
* Coach staff and motivate others to accept new ideas, practices, or action and achieve goals and objectives for performance and professional development.

Required Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.

· Nine to 15 years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level or experience in industry in Internal EDP Audit or Internal IT Audit.

· Certification/license as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM.

· Experience performing financial, operational, and system audits, as well as business process control reviews.

· Knowledge and experience related to IT audits and Information Technology operations.

· Experience with numerous business cycles and multiple accounting software applications.

· Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, and Novell).

· Outstanding experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team.

· Ability to manage and develop staff in a highly interactive team environment.

· Demonstrated experience in practice development, business development, and managing other managers.

· Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.

· Outstanding leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

· Computer expertise including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications software and MS Project and an understanding of the impact of technology.

· Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* PMP or CFE preferred.
* ACL or SAS experience.
* Security experience or training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Boston-Business-Advisory-Services-IT-Consulting-Senior-Manager-Job-MA-02108/829846/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Boston-Business-Advisory-Services-IT-Consulting-Senior-Manager-Job-MA-02108/829846/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
POSITION SUMMARY

As companies become increasingly dependent on information technology (IT) to conduct daily business activities, they need to control and secure their overall technology infrastructure to address integrity, availability, confidentiality and privacy issues. Grant Thornton's Business Advisory Services (BAS) practice addresses these controls and security issues. BAS offers an opportunity for you to leverage your information security, IT auditing and accounting experience to broaden your business and project management skills in a rewarding and challenging environment. BAS focuses on reviewing operational, financial, and technology processes to provide management with an independent assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process.

The BAS IT Security Manager is responsible for all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients, in a wide variety of industries. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information security assessments, information systems audits, and business process control review engagements; conducting IT activities related to assurance and due diligence audits; and developing and managing staff. The BAS IT Security Manager works closely with partners and staff on client management, practice development, and business development. The BAS IT Security Manager is responsible for standard application of security practice across BAS IT and will participate in development of standard security service methodologies with other Grant Thornton offices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
-Manage, direct, and monitor client services teams on multiple engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete information systems audits, business process control reviews, and other service offerings in a wide variety of industries; and manage to budget.
-Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals.
-Develop a project vision and set challenging personal and client service team goals.
-Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews.
-Work closely with clients and staff to develop client and project risk assessments, implement opportunities, and recommendations regarding information security and privacy.
-Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in security and privacy.
- Lead security risk and vulnerability assessments to identify client business risks.
-Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of security.
-Apply current knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes to identify security engagement issues and risk management issues.

- Lead the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
-Lead the performance of network security vulnerability and penetration studies. Includes web application security and data loss protection reviews.
-Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients.
-Think strategically about practice enhancements and be able to embrace and manage change.
-Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively.
-Consult, work with, and service client base to make recommendations on business and process improvement and serve as a business advisor to client.
-Recruit and retain senior associates and associates.
-Coach senior associates and associates in developing and achieving goals and objectives for performance and professional development.
-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

-Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Accounting, or Finance.
-Six to ten years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level or experience in industry in Internal EDP Audit or Internal IT Audit.
-Certification/license as CISA, CISSP, ISSAP, ISSAM, CPP,or CISM. NSA IAM is desired. CCIE, CIA, CPA, PMP or CFE preferred.

-Experience performing business-based risk assessments, external and internal penetration tests, internal technical vulnerability tests, and security policy and practice development.
-Ideal candidates have a demonstrated knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools (e.g., Internet Security Scanner) and methods.

-Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000/2003, UNIX/Linux, AS400, Novell).
-Strong experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team.

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Chicago-BAS-IT-Security-Manager-Job-IL-60290/840720/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Chicago-BAS-IT-Security-Manager-Job-IL-60290/840720/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
POSITION SUMMARY

As companies become increasingly dependent on information technology (IT) to conduct daily business activities, they need to control and secure their overall technology infrastructure to address integrity, availability, confidentiality and privacy issues. Grant Thornton's Business Advisory Services (BAS) practice addresses these controls and security issues. BAS offers an opportunity for you to leverage your information security, IT auditing and accounting experience to broaden your business and project management skills in a rewarding and challenging environment. BAS focuses on reviewing operational, financial, and technology processes to provide management with an independent assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process.

The BAS IT Manager is responsible for all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients, in a wide variety of industries. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information security assessments, information systems audits, and business process control review engagements; conducting IT activities related to assurance and due diligence audits; and developing and managing staff. The BAS IT Manager works closely with partners and staff on client management, practice development, and business development. The BAS IT Manager is responsible for standard application of security practice across BAS IT and will participate in development of standard security service methodologies with other Grant Thornton offices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
-Manage, direct, and monitor client services teams on multiple engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete information systems audits, business process control reviews, and other service offerings in a wide variety of industries; and manage to budget.
-Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals.
-Develop a project vision and set challenging personal and client service team goals.
-Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews.
-Work closely with clients and staff to develop client and project risk assessments, implement opportunities, and recommendations regarding information security and privacy.
-Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in security and privacy.
- Lead security risk and vulnerability assessments to identify client business risks.
-Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of security.
-Apply current knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes to identify security engagement issues and risk management issues.

- Lead the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
-Lead the performance of network security vulnerability and penetration studies. Includes web application security and data loss protection reviews.
-Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients.
-Think strategically about practice enhancements and be able to embrace and manage change.
-Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively.
-Consult, work with, and service client base to make recommendations on business and process improvement and serve as a business advisor to client.
-Recruit and retain senior associates and associates.
-Coach senior associates and associates in developing and achieving goals and objectives for performance and professional development.
-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

-Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Accounting, or Finance.
-Six to ten years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level or experience in industry in Internal EDP Audit or Internal IT Audit.
-Certification/license as CISA, CISSP, ISSAP, ISSAM, CPP, or CISM. NSA IAM is desired. CCIE, CIA, CPA, PMP or CFE preferred.

-Experience performing business-based risk assessments, external and internal penetration tests, internal technical vulnerability tests, and security policy and practice development.
-Ideal candidates have a demonstrated knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools (e.g., Internet Security Scanner) and methods.

-Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000/2003, UNIX/Linux, AS400, Novell).
-Strong experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team.

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Southfield-BAS-IT-Audit-&-Systems-Manager-Job-MI-48033/862350/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Southfield-BAS-IT-Audit-&-Systems-Manager-Job-MI-48033/862350/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Grant Thornton?s Global Public Sector, based in Alexandria, Va., is a global management consulting business with the mission of providing responsive and innovative financial, performance management and systems solutions to governments and international organizations.

Grant Thornton?s Global Public Sector is currently looking for experienced candidates for our federal audit practice. Experience IT audit consultants will be responsible for completing portions of theIT system audit for one or multiple federal clients.

Responsibilities include:

· Documenting the assessment of design and fairness of IT control objective

· Performing document testing of controls, design, and operating effectiveness of controls

· Participating in audit entrance and exit conferences and presenting IT audit findings

· Providing insight to the client on the content of control objectives and activities

· Performing document walk-throughs and facilitating client meetings

· Communicating engagement progress

Requirements

· Bachelors degree, in Information Technology or Information Systems preferred

· 1+ year(s) of IT audit experience

· Ability to successfully obtain a Secret Clearance

· IT audit experience within the federal government

· Experience under AICPA, GAO, and GAGAS standards

· Knowledge of FISCAM, FISMA and NIST special publication series

· Experience with federal IT security tools

· CISA and CPA preferred]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Alexandria-Information-Technology-Auditor-Job-VA-22301/882242/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Alexandria-Information-Technology-Auditor-Job-VA-22301/882242/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Manager is responsible for all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients in a wide variety of industries. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagement; conducting activities related to IT internal audit, SOX and Sarbanes-Oxley attestations; and developing and managing staff. The BAS IT Audit Manager works closely with partners and staff on client management, practice development, and business development. The BAS IT Audit Manager is responsible for an assigned group of clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Manage, direct, and monitor client services teams on multiple engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete information systems audits, business process control reviews, and other service offerings in a wide variety of industries; and manage to budget.
* Understand and manage firm risk on audits and proposals.
* Develop a project vision and set challenging personal and client service team goals.
* Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews.
* Review operational, financial, and technology processes to provide management with an individual assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process.
* Work closely with clients and staff to develop client and project risk assessments, implement opportunities, and recommendations regarding business and IT process optimization, profit improvement, internal control, and compliance.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Lead engagements with performing general computer and application controls reviews.
* Lead the preparation of Service Audit Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes to identify security engagement issues and risk management issues.
* Lead the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Lead the performance of security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients.
* Think strategically about practice enhancements and be able to embrace and manage change.
* Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, ensure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively.
* Consult, work with, and service client base to make recommendations on business and process improvement and serve as a business advisor to client.
* Work closely with partners, managers, and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach to client service and new business development.
* Team with partners and senior managers on proposals and business development calls.
* Maintain strong client relations and cross-sell services within the assigned group of clients.
* Recruit and retain senior associates and associates.
* Coach senior associates and associates in developing and achieving goals and objectives for performance and professional development.

Required Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.

· Six to ten years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level or experience in industry in Internal EDP Audit or Internal IT Audit.

· Certification/license as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM.

· Experience performing financial, operational, and system audits, as well as business process control reviews.

· Knowledge and experience related to IT audits and Information Technology operations.

· Ideal candidates have experience with numerous business cycles and multiple accounting software applications. Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT / 2000, UNIX/Linux, AS400).

· Strong experience in staff and audit management in an integrated client service team.

· Computer expertise including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications software and MS Project and an understanding of the impact of technology.

· Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

· CISA, CISSP or CISA preferred

* ACL or SAS experience.
* Security experience or training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Chicago-BAS-IT-Audit-Manager-Job-IL-60290/856757/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Chicago-BAS-IT-Audit-Manager-Job-IL-60290/856757/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing internal audits, business process control reviews, activities related to Sarbanes-Oxley 404 internal control projects, and external audit support; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Participate on client engagements from start to finish, which includes some or all of the following: planning, executing, directing, and completing engagements and managing to budget.
* Perform operations improvement, program management, IT effectiveness, IT strategy, and/or system selection engagements.
* Perform general computer, application and business process controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements for clients.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Information Technology.

· 2 or more years experience of relevant consulting and business experience in one or more of the following industries: Technology, Consumer & Industrial Products, Healthcare, and/or Financial Services.

· Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong project management skills; experience in using structured project management methodologies to deliver engagements on time and on budget.

· Prior experience in a consulting environment that included responsibility for the preparation of written proposals, status reports, and project deliverables. A professional from an accounting or other consulting firm would be ideal.

· Practical exposure to the application of information technology to address business issues, including: the process of evaluating, selecting, and implementing financial, operational, and/or customer-focused IT solutions.

· Experience managing Internal Audit and/or compliance engagements, including a knowledge and focus on Sarbanes/SOX and SAS 70 work.

· Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

· Experience with process improvement engagements and analytical techniques and tools.

· Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, PMP, or CISM license/certification.

Additional Information:

· Travel 50%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Chicago-BAS-General-Senior-Associate-IL-60290/924288/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Chicago-BAS-General-Senior-Associate-IL-60290/924288/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Senior Consultant is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include: IT consulting services, such as Business continuity planning and I/T security assessments. As well as, planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

*
Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.

*
Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.

*
Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.

*
Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.

*
Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.

*
Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.

*
Perform general computer and application controls reviews.

*
Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.

*
Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.

*
Perform security and penetration studies.

*
Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.

*
Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.

*
Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.

*
Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.

*
Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.

*
Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.

*
Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

*
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology.

*
Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.

*
Ability to develop data analytical models using Microsoft Access and Excel

*
Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.

*
Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: visual basic, access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).

*
Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.

*
Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.

*
Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.

*
Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.

*
Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

*
Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

*
CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.

*
MS Project is a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/BOSTON-BAS-IT-Senior-Consultant-Job-MA-02108/741743/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/BOSTON-BAS-IT-Senior-Consultant-Job-MA-02108/741743/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
* Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Perform security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
* Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.
* Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
* Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.
* Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
* Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.
* MS Project is a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Charlotte-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-NC-28201/889814/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Charlotte-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-NC-28201/889814/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
for US Member of International Accounting Firm

Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
* Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
* Audit ERP applications including SAP, Oracle, and/or Peoplesoft.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Perform security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
* Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.
* Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
* Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.
* Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
* Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.
* MS Project is a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/CHICAGO-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate,-Business-Advisory-Services-Job-IL-60290/740080/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/CHICAGO-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate,-Business-Advisory-Services-Job-IL-60290/740080/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
* Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Perform security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
* Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology.
* Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
* Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.
* Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
* Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.
* MS Project is a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/PHILADELPHIA-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-PA-19019/758772/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/PHILADELPHIA-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-PA-19019/758772/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
* Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Perform security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
* Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.
* Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
* Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.
* Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
* Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.
* MS Project is a plus.
* ACL or IDEA experience a plus
* Visual Basic development experience a plus

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/MCLEAN-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-VA-22101/793084/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/MCLEAN-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-VA-22101/793084/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
* Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Perform security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
* Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.
* Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
* Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.
* Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
* Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.
* MS Project is a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:09:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Houston-BAS-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-TX-77001/875217/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Houston-BAS-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-TX-77001/875217/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
* Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Perform security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
* Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.
* Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
* Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.
* Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
* Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.
* MS Project is a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Dallas-BAS-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-TX-75201/914211/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Dallas-BAS-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-Job-TX-75201/914211/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Senior Associate is responsible for delivering a full range of services to clients and all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. Responsibilities include planning, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control review engagements; developing and supervising staff; and assisting in client management and practice development activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Run client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, and completing information systems audits and business process control reviews and managing to budget.
* Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on audit and review process and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews; perform in-charge role as needed.
* Evaluate and test business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Apply current knowledge of IT trends and systems processes to identify security and risk management issues and other opportunities for improvement.
* Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to plan engagement strategy, define objectives, and address technology-related controls risks and issues.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Perform general computer and application controls reviews.
* Prepare Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
* Participate in the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Perform security and penetration studies.
* Participate in internal auditing outsourcing and co-sourcing arrangements for clients.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform BAS services.
* Proactively interact with key client management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
* Assist partners and senior management on proposals and business development calls.
* Gain comprehensive understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.
* Two to six years of experience at a senior consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm, servicing cross-industry clients at a national level.
* Security experience or security training and Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 experience.
* Areas of expertise should include at least some of the following: access control software, security architecture and administration, Internet use/firewalls, network security awareness and enforcement, security policies and standards, operating systems (Windows NT/2000, UNIX, AS400, Novell).
* Ability to supervise staff and lead projects.
* Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.
* Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
* Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
* Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* CPA, CISA, CISSP, or CISM license/certification.
* MS Project is a plus.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Oklahoma-City-BAS-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-OK-73101/920144/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Oklahoma-City-BAS-IT-Audit-Senior-Associate-OK-73101/920144/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Position Summary:

The Business Advisory Services IT Audit Associate works closely with staff on all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients. The BAS IT Audit Associate will learn to conduct information systems audits, business process control reviews, and activities related to SOX and Sarbanes-Oxley attestations within a team atmosphere while working on a variety of client engagements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of information systems audits, business process control reviews, and other service offerings in a variety of industries from an IT perspective.
* Assist in the review of operational, financial, and technology processes to provide management with an individual assessment of business risk, internal control, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the process.
* Assist clients and staff to develop client and project risk assessments, implement opportunities, and recommendations regarding business and IT process optimization, profit improvement, internal control, and compliance. Work with audit and assurance teams and the client to help plan engagement strategy, help define objectives, and help address technology-related controls risks.
* Work with management consulting teams to implement controls in new systems deployment.
* Assist with the evaluation and testing of business processes and business controls and identify areas of risk.
* Assist on engagement with performing general computer and application controls reviews.
* Assist with the preparation of Service Auditor Reports (SAR) in compliance with SAS70.
earn new knowledge of IT trends and IT systems processes to identify security engagement issues and risk management issues.
* Assist with the development and implementation of Business Recovery and Continuity Plans.
* Assist with the performance of security and penetration studies.
* Work with BAS team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit and review process.
* Use automated tools to help clients assess risk exposure and document internal controls.
* Maintain a good working relationship with clients and work effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and to perform BAS services.
* Work closely with senior associates and managers to promptly resolve problems.
* Gain understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
* Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Technology.

· One to two years of experience at a staff consultant level in a similar practice or function with a Big 4 firm.

· Desire to pursue CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CFE, or PMP license/certification.

· Ability to think independently and be a "thought leader," professional demeanor, a can-do attitude and other qualities that include decisiveness, self-initiative, and high energy.

· Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

· Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel on a regular basis to clients as required.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

* ACL or SAS experience.

Additional Information:

· Travel 60%

Benefits:

Grant Thornton LLP promotes a nationally recognized culture of health and offers an extensive array of benefits to meet individual lifestyles. For a complete list of benefits please visit www.gt.com.]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:08:00 http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Philadelphia-Business-Advisory-Services-IT-Audit-Experienced-Associate-Job-PA-19019/833315/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS http://www.grantthornton-jobs.com/job/Philadelphia-Business-Advisory-Services-IT-Audit-Experienced-Associate-Job-PA-19019/833315/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS