Audit Methodology & Quality Assurance Manager

Audit Methodology & Quality Assurance Manager

Requirements

• Minimum of five years related work experience. Audit, risk, or controls experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
• Prior experience in a Professional Practices role strongly preferred.
• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) or CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• Experience in quality assurance and internal audit within a regulated environment
• Proficiency in audit software and tools, data analytics, and familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Commitment to staying updated with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the development and maintenance of methodology and quality assurance programs, including benchmarking against professional standards, regulatory expectations, and leading practices.
• Conduct independent quality assessments of internal audit activities to ensure consistent application of methodology and standards, support continuous improvement efforts, and reduce audit risk.
• Support the department’s strategic initiatives, particularly those impacting or impacted by IAS’s methodology, ensuring changes are consistent with industry standards and practices.
• Assist with annual audit planning, enabling the department to prioritize risks and allocate resources. Ensure a consistent methodology across audit teams and coordinate data gathering to support management reporting related to the annual plan.
• Build strong relationships with IAS stakeholders across all levels and teams. Act as a technical resource to educate stakeholders and ensure audit practices and deliverables align with relevant industry standards, requirements, and best practices, including the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Global Audit Standards. Identify training opportunities and provide direct coaching and development to the team.
• Support the coordination of regulatory or client/prospective client requests for information regarding IAS activities and results.
• Maintain and actively leverage relationships with internal and external business partners, industry networks, and professional organizations to stay informed about industry trends and developments.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a Professional Practices role strongly preferred.