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Audit Assistant Position Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours (with flexibility during audit cycles and filing deadlines) Location: Remote (LATAM, Pakistan, Philippines, South Africa Preferred) About the Role Our client is seeking a highly detail-oriented Audit Assistant to support both internal and external audit engagements. This role is responsible for preparing schedules, reconciling accounts, organizing audit documentation, and ensuring records remain accurate, compliant, and audit-ready year-round. You will play a key role in supporting finance and audit teams by maintaining organized documentation, assisting with control testing, and ensuring audit requests are completed accurately and on time. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable working with sensitive financial information in a structured environment. What You’ll Own Audit Preparation & Documentation • Compile and organize PBC (Prepared By Client) schedules for auditors • Gather supporting documentation for transactions, reconciliations, contracts, and financial records • Maintain organized and audit-ready digital files and documentation systems • Ensure documentation is accurate, accessible, and properly categorized Testing & Verification Support • Assist with audit walkthroughs and internal control testing • Verify supporting documentation for sampled transactions and account activity • Reconcile account balances and investigate discrepancies or variances • Document findings and ensure explanations are clearly recorded Compliance & Internal Controls • Support compliance with GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and internal accounting policies • Assist with maintaining audit trails and compliance documentation • Escalate discrepancies, missing information, or control concerns to leadership • Support risk management and internal control improvement initiatives Cross-Functional Collaboration • Coordinate with accounting, HR, operations, and finance teams to collect requested records • Respond to auditor requests promptly and professionally during fieldwork • Track open audit requests and maintain follow-up logs to ensure deadlines are met Reporting & Process Support • Prepare audit status updates and request trackers for management • Assist in documenting recommendations to improve controls and processes • Support ongoing audit readiness and documentation maintenance throughout the year What Makes You a Great Fit • You are highly detail-oriented and organized • You are comfortable working with confidential financial information • You thrive in deadline-driven environments and can manage multiple priorities simultaneously • You communicate clearly and professionally across departments • You are proactive in following up, documenting work, and maintaining accuracy • You enjoy structured, process-driven work and operational consistency Required Experience & Skills • 1–2 years of experience in audit support, accounting, or finance • Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills including: • Pivot tables • VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP • Reconciliations • Familiarity with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Ability to organize and maintain detailed documentation accurately Preferred Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • Exposure to SOX, PCAOB, or industry compliance requirements • Experience supporting external auditors or internal audit teams • Familiarity with internal control frameworks such as COSO or ISO • Experience in public accounting, audit support, or corporate finance environments What a Typical Day Looks Like An Audit Assistant’s day revolves around collecting, organizing, and verifying financial documentation to support efficient audit e