PS BTT - Audit Associate (Software Testing)

Required Skills / Experience

5 to 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance, with a focus on Business Functional Testing tailored for USA clients.

Strong expertise in QA methodologies, tools, and best practices, with hands-on experience in test planning, test case design, and test execution.

Experience in Audit domains specific to the USA market is highly desirable.

Solid understanding of regulatory standards and compliance requirements in the USA, including SOX, GAAP, GAAS, and IRS regulations.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Validate the accuracy and integrity of financial data, transaction records, and reporting mechanisms, with a focus on detecting anomalies, errors, or fraudulent activities.

Collaborate with internal audit teams and external auditors to define test objectives, scope, and criteria, and facilitate the resolution of audit findings and recommendations.

Develop and execute test cases to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and governance frameworks.

Participate in requirement gathering sessions, contributing domain expertise to translate business needs into actionable testing strategies, scenarios, and test cases.

Proactively identify opportunities for test automation, working closely with Team Leads and automation engineers to develop and maintain automated test scripts, accelerate testing cycles, and improve productivity.

Analyze test results and user feedback, providing valuable insights and recommendations for product improvement and refinement, with a focus on addressing domain-specific pain points and enhancing functionality.

Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business analysts to verify implementation against requirements, ensuring alignment with SME needs and regulatory compliance.

Assist in troubleshooting issues reported by users, providing timely resolutions or workarounds, and contributing to the resolution of defects identified during testing.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of documentation related to testing processes, test cases, and user guides, ensuring clarity and completeness for stakeholders and end-users.

Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software testing, and audit domain, continuously expanding domain knowledge and expertise.

Desired Skills

Post-graduation degree in Finance, Auditing, or a related field, with a strong understanding of Audit principles, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Prior experience in software testing preferred, with a demonstrated ability to apply domain expertise to testing activities and product enhancement suggestions.

Familiarity with test planning, execution, and defect management tools (e.g. Azure DevOps, JIRA), along with experience in test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and engage with SMEs to gather requirements and feedback.

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies, with a passion for continuous improvement and professional development.

Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) and experience in Agile or DevOps environments are desirable but not mandatory.