Associate Manager – Audit and Advisory Services

Associate Manager – Audit and Advisory Services

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of internal or external audit, risk management, operations or equivalent business, advisory or consulting experience.
• University degree is required.
• Knowledge of audit methodologies, control frameworks and risk management practices, and SOX requirements.
• Solid understanding of risks and regulations within the financial services industry.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to effectively communicate ideas and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse environments and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of audit projects in accordance with department and IIA Standards.
• Handle project and non-project tasks within time budgets and target date.
• Assist in or lead interviews with business unit regarding the risks being managed by the business unit and assist with developing concise risk-based audit strategies and scope.
• Assist in assessing risk management practices, identifying control gaps, and making practical and valuable recommendations for business unit management consideration.
• Assist in presenting findings to business unit management.
• Assist with preparing clear, concise, and well-organized audit reports.
• Develop and maintain positive relationship with business units.
• Lead various SOX and MAR processes, assist in SOX/MAR planning, and provide oversight during walkthrough and testing phases.
• Follow up on open audit issues until resolved as assigned.
• Use technology to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process.

Preferred Qualifications

• A recognized accounting (CPA) or auditing (CIA, CISA) designation is preferable, but not essential for candidates with good industry experience.
• Exposure to Data Analytic tools and methodologies.