Job Responsibilities:
Responsibility Group (Office Management, Underwriting Responsibilities)
- Assist in the risk evaluation of the audit areas to identify key systems in the process, key controls, inherent risks, and other planning attributes.
- Implement risk-based audit programs.
- Perform audit procedures for all phases of an engagement including planning, fieldwork, review, and reporting according to department standards.
- Perform targeted audit procedures or tasks, including walk-throughs, continuous monitoring, special engagements based on management requests, and testing of SOX controls.
- Manage the schedule of planning, fieldwork, and reporting checkpoint meetings and budgeted hours for each audit engagement.
- Complete work papers in compliance with the department and IIA standards.
- Work with managers of various business areas to identify compensating controls and constructive value-added solutions for noted exceptions.
- Assist in developing responses and action plans, as necessary, to respond to deficiencies and/or recommendations noted from internal audits, external audits, and management self-identified exceptions.
- Assist in preparation of a formal written audit or engagement report, including the exceptions noted and remediation plans identified for the area under review.
- Track the exceptions and issues remediation process through its conclusion to ensure timely and accurate resolution.
- Assist in the maintenance and review of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act compliance program and relevant control review, where applicable.
- Work closely with the internal SOX testing team, external auditors, and management to ensure reliance, efficiency, and synergy within the audit process.
- Perform continuous monitoring of key operational areas and quality review over internal audit function and related documentation.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• CPA or CIA certification or progress towards it preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in auditing, accounting, or financial analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and audit software tools (proficiency in AuditBoard tool is a plus).
• Knowledge of auditing standards, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of US GAAP requirements.
• Knowledge of system coding and system workflow is a plus.
Core Competencies & Skills / Personal Attributes & Fit
• Competencies and Skills
o Analytical
o Communication
o Software/Technical
o Project management
• Values, personal style and character attributes
o Self-motivated.
o Organized.
o Problem solver.
o Ability to work independently.
o Ability to work in a corroborative team environment.
Other Requirements
• Fluent in English.
• Hybrid Work.
• Ability to work in an “always on” environment.
• Ability to work outside of the standard work hours to accommodate US time zone.
