
Audit Assistant at Pavago. Job Title:. Audit Assistant. Position Type:. Full-Time, Remote. Working Hours:. U.S. client business hours (with flexibility during audit cycles and filing deadlines). About the Role:. Our client is seeking an . Audit Assistant. to support internal and external audit engagements. This role involves preparing schedules, reconciling accounts, maintaining audit-ready records, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards. The Audit Assistant plays a critical role in accuracy and transparency, helping auditors verify financial statements and controls.. Responsibilities:. Audit Preparation:. Compile and organize PBC (Prepared By Client) schedules for auditors. . Gather supporting documentation for transactions, contracts, and reconciliations. . Maintain organized, accessible audit files (digital and/or physical). . Testing & Verification:. Assist in walkthroughs and control testing. . Verify supporting data for sample selections requested by auditors. . Reconcile account balances and ensure variance explanations are documented. . Compliance & Controls:. Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS standards and internal policies. . Support SOX testing and other regulatory requirements if applicable. . Document findings and escalate discrepancies to managers. . Collaboration:. Work with accounting, finance, HR, and operations teams to gather records. . Partner with external auditors during fieldwork, responding to requests in a timely manner. . Reporting & Documentation:. Prepare audit status reports for management. . Maintain logs of outstanding requests and follow-ups. . Assist in drafting recommendations for improving internal controls. . What Makes You a Perfect Fit:. Highly detail-oriented and accurate. . Strong organizational and documentation skills. . Comfortable working with confidential and sensitive data. . Able to balance deadlines and multiple audit requests simultaneously. . Required Experience & Skills (Minimum):. 1–2 years experience in audit support, accounting, or finance. . Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, vlookups, reconciliations). . Familiarity with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle). . Strong written and verbal communication skills. . Ideal Experience & Skills:. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. . Exposure to SOX, PCAOB, or industry-specific compliance standards. . Experience supporting external auditors in public accounting or internal audit teams. . Knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks (COSO, ISO). . What Does a Typical Day Look Like?. An Audit Assistant’s day revolves around collecting, organizing, and verifying data for audit teams. You will:. Start by reviewing the audit request list, prioritizing urgent items. . Prepare reconciliations and schedules to support financial statement balances. . Respond to auditor requests, pulling invoices, contracts, and transaction details. . Assist in control testing, documenting walkthroughs or providing evidence of compliance. . Update audit trackers to monitor open requests and deadlines. . Wrap up by summarizing progress, escalating outstanding issues, and preparing documents for the next day. . In essence:. you ensure audits are efficient, accurate, and fully supported with audit-ready documentation.. Key Metrics for Success (KPIs):. % of audit requests fulfilled on time. . Accuracy of reconciliations and schedules prepared. . Zero material audit findings due to missing documentation. . Positive feedback from auditors and finance managers. . Organized, audit-ready files maintained year-round. . Interview Process:. Initial Phone Screen . Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter . Practical Task (e.g., reconcile a sample account or prepare a mock audit schedule) . Client Interview with Audit/Finance Leadership . Offer & Background Verification. Company Location: South Africa.