Accounting and Audit Rotation Development Associate

This role is hybrid with the flexibility to work 2-3 days per week in our corporate headquarters (550 Swedesford Rd., Wayne, PA 19087) and at your designated Flexible Workplace location.*  

See Yourself as an Accounting and Audit Rotation Development Associate

As an Accounting and Audit Rotation Development Associate, you will participate in Radian's Development Rotational Program. The Program will last for two years and is comprised of two (one year) rotations through Finance business units and support functions. These areas are:

• Accounting and Financial Controls; and
• Internal Audit. 

The Program has a strong emphasis on developing the future capabilities of Radian through investment in high-potential individuals. You will gain immersive, hands-on experience and exposure to various functions within the organization, fostering a diverse and well-rounded workforce. Our Accounting and Audit Rotation Program seeks to recruit early career graduates who are eager to contribute to our dynamic and innovative culture. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, and attention to detail. By participating in rotational assignments, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills and broaden your experiences, preparing you for a long-term, full-time role within the company.

Upon completing this structured program, you will be placed into a full-time role based on business need, as well as your overall performance throughout the rotations and specific areas of interest.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively contribute to strategic projects that align with Radian's business objectives and priorities.
• Build effective relationships and collaborate with senior leaders, mentors, and peers across various functions and divisions.
• Lead projects and initiatives for specific business areas with a focus on financial acumen, while also gaining exposure to the organization and learning how business areas interact.
• Evaluating current business processes and identifying potential areas for improvement.
• Responsible to independently organize and prioritize work to meet rigid schedules and timelines.
• Develop core competencies such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Participate in professional development workshops, networking events, and internal/external conferences.
• Participate in action learning projects and present to peers and leaders.
• Assist with internal controls/SOX compliance efforts, working closely with external resources on key deliverables.
• Contribute to transformation efforts to further leverage technology, drive efficiencies and enhance controls.
• Liaise with external auditors regarding coordination of external audit plan, direct assistance testing and deliverables, ensuring timely and effective resolution of issues.
• As needed, perform monthly accounting close functions i.e.; preparation of journal entries and reconciliation of accounts and/or sub ledgers.
• Prepare, analyze, and review various financial packages supporting quarterly and annual financial statements.
• Perform ad hoc tasks/analysis to various Internal Audit and Controllership areas as needed.
• Drive aspects of internal audit activities for both assurance and advisory projects including risk assessments, audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting, and follow up and verification of issue closure in partnership and close support of other senior team members.
• Assist in defining internal audit objectives and scope based on information obtained from management, understanding of business and/or IT functions, and organizational objectives.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the internal audit plan including planning, testing, and reporting within stated deadlines and budgets.
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

Basic Education and Prior Work-Related Experience:

Degree Requirement: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Work Experience: No prior work-related experience

Additional Qualifications :

• CPA, CIA, CISA, and/or other relevant certification(s) or planning to pursue a certification.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, initiative, and adaptability.
• Strong background in auditing techniques and/or control environments.
• Strong writing skills, including an ability to effectively document operational processes via written word and workflow diagrams.
• Highly effective written and verbal communicator, deeply adept in working in cross-functional groups.
• Work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Intellectually curious, driven by the process of doing the hard work of learning in low-structure environments.
• Self-guided problem solver, capable of making incremental decisions on partial information.
• Deeply driven to team success and ability to manage the challenge of successive setbacks.
• Attracted to high-challenge, fast-paced environments.
• Possess the ability to maintain attention to detail and quickly distill complex systems, processes, or concepts down to their most vital efforts.

Preferred Education Level:  MBA or another relevant post-graduate degree is a plus.

Preferred Years of Prior Work-Related Experience:  0-3 years