Assistant 2/Senior - Assurance – Controls Assurance

Job description

Location: Zurich, GenevaWork Pattern Percentage: 80% - 100%Finding the talent that makes Deloitte uniqueThe vision of our Assurance practice is to be the strategic partner to Finance leaders by leveraging our deep expertise in accounting and controls to build confidence in the value, accuracy, timeliness and reliability of the Controllership function. With Controls Assurance, we deliver services that provide confidence in an organisation's internal control and ensure a framework that meets financial, operational, and legal requirements.Your day-to-day tasks may include leading projects and teams in financial internal controls work and advising clients on issue solving and improvement in the different business areas.How you can make an impact

• As a controls Assistant / Senior focusing on Controls, you will interact with clients directly and you will also collaborate with a diverse group of talented professionals across the firm. You will use our cutting-edge tools and technologies. Responsibilities will include:
• Advise on Internal Controls: Support teams and clients in identifying risks, designing controls, optimizing internal control frameworks, operate mitigation efforts and controls effectively.
• Client & Auditor Collaboration: Interface with external auditors to facilitate compliance assessments and support process and controls owners in addressing control deficiencies.
• Building Relationships: Develop strong, trust-based relationships with clients and team members to drive value and impact.
• Go-to-Market & Innovation: Contribute to Controls Assurance market initiatives, collaborating across teams to enhance service offerings and drive innovation.

Who we are looking for

• Proactive and adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients and team members.
• Background in finance or accounting, holding a bachelor’s degree or a partial/full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, etc.).
• Experienced in Big 4 PCAOB audits, with 2 to 3 years of expertise in controls / SOX 404 or equivalent.
• Knowledgeable in core business processes, ICOFR controls, risk management concepts, and relevant IT tools. Skilled in risk assessment and controls, including scoping, reviewing, testing, deficiency evaluation, optimization, design, implementation, and remediation.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in French and English (German is a plus).

Your teamBecome part of a diverse, multinational and highly motivated team based in our Zurich and Geneva office. We will help you grow both personally and professionally: through our trainings, mentoring programmes and on-the-job learning, but also by connecting with your colleagues across all business lines.