Corporate Audit Attorney

Corporate Audit Attorney – New York, NY (Hybrid)

Our client, a full-service law firm in Midtown Manhattan, is seeking an experienced Audit Attorney to join its team. In this hybrid position, you will manage the firm's audit response process, working with attorneys, clients, accountants, and internal teams to prepare timely, accurate audit responses while maintaining client confidentiality and protecting attorney-client privilege.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the audit response process from intake through completion.
• Review audit requests, billing records, legal files, corporate records, SEC filings, and other supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with attorneys, accountants, clients, and internal departments to gather information and resolve audit-related questions.
• Use iManage, Intapp, or similar systems to organize, track, and manage audit requests.
• Draft, revise, and finalize audit response letters in accordance with firm policies.
• Monitor attorney responses, obtain clarifications when needed, and ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with legal assistants, paralegals, billing teams, and other administrative departments.

Requirements

• J.D. and active bar admission in New York, Illinois, or Ohio.
• At least 5 years of corporate legal experience, including responding to auditor requests.
• Strong knowledge of the audit response process.
• Experience with iManage, Intapp, or similar legal technology platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Salary

$125,000–$160,000, based on experience.