Senior Analyst, Accounting Strategy & Process (Audit)

Operational Audit & Process Review

• Perform targeted operational and financial audits across key areas such as revenue, payroll, vendor spend, and close processes
• Execute end-to-end walkthroughs to understand how processes operate across systems and teams
• Evaluate whether processes are functioning as intended and aligned with company policies and accounting requirements
• Identify control gaps, breakdowns, and areas of potential financial leakage

Testing & Data Analysis

• Perform structured testing of transactions and key controls to assess process effectiveness
• Analyze large data sets to identify anomalies, trends, and inconsistencies
• Compare expected vs. actual outcomes to surface risks and inefficiencies
• Document findings clearly, including root cause and financial or operational impact

Findings, Insights & Recommendations

• Develop clear, concise summaries of audit findings and key risk areas
• Prioritize issues based on risk, materiality, and business impact
• Partner with Accounting, Finance, and operational teams to recommend practical, scalable solutions

Process Improvement & Implementation Support

• Support the design and implementation of process improvements, system enhancements, and control mechanisms
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure solutions are adopted effectively and are sustainable
• Balance efficiency gains with appropriate control and structure

Controls & Compliance Support

• Contribute to strengthening the overall internal control environment
• Support alignment of processes with financial reporting and audit requirements
• Assist in improving documentation to support external audits and compliance initiatives

Follow-Up & Validation

• Perform targeted follow-up testing to confirm that identified issues have been resolved
• Validate that implemented changes are operating effectively and consistently
• Provide ongoing visibility into process performance and residual risk areas

What Makes This Role Unique

• Direct involvement in building a new internal audit and controls function
• Broad exposure to how the business operates across finance and operations
• Opportunity to identify and drive high-impact improvements
• Blend of audit, accounting, and operational problem-solving
• High visibility with senior leadership and external auditors

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in public accounting (audit preferred) or relevant industry experience
• Strong foundation in accounting and financial processes
• Experience with audit testing, process walkthroughs, or internal controls is a plus
• Highly analytical with the ability to work with and interpret data
• Naturally curious with a strong desire to understand how things work end-to-end
• Clear communicator with the ability to distill complex issues into actionable insights
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

What We Offer:

• Free premium medical, dental, life and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) match
• Aya also offers other benefits to those that are eligible and where required by applicable law, including reimbursements and discretionary bonuses. - Aya provides paid sick leave in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya’s general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling. - Celebrations! We hit our goals and reward ourselves. - Company-sponsored virtual events, happy hours and team-building activities are always on the horizon — plus, you get a special treat on your birthday! - Unlimited DTO — we believe in time off! - Virtual yoga, meditation or boot camp classes offered daily. Compensation: Aya reasonably anticipates the pay scale for this position to be $100,000 to $120,000annually. The pay scale for this position may vary if applicant possesses experience outside of what Aya reasonably anticipates for this position. Bonuses are subject to the role and your manager’s discretion. Please click herefor our EEO policy.