IT Auditor

IT Internal Audit Contractor

The IT Internal Audit Contractor will work closely with Internal Audit management and will use IT audit knowledge and experience to contribute to a variety of concurrent audits, including risk-based assessments and compliance, regulatory and Sarbanes‑Oxley reviews. Under the general guidance of the Senior Manager, or Manager, the IT Internal Audit Contractor will be responsible for:

• Performing internal audit assignments, as part of the total internal audit plan. This responsibility includes: performing internal audit procedures (e.g., completing planning documents and audit tests); drafting internal audit deliverables (i.e., Internal Audit Engagement Memo, Control Evaluation Matrix, and Internal Audit Report items), as appropriate; and, completing Quality Assurance Reviews of audits for which the General Internal Audit Contractor did not perform internal audit procedures.
• Performing controls testing in accordance with internal audit standards and assisting business management in the identification of key control points surrounding business objectives.
• Performing follow‑up on the status of outstanding internal audit issues and appraising the adequacy of corrective actions taken to improve deficient conditions.
• Assisting Internal Audit management with drafting of periodic reports to the Audit Committees, development of the annual internal audit plan, as needed.
• Development and transfer of audit and business knowledge with the internal audit team.
• Completing management requests or special reviews, as assigned.
• Keeping apprised of mutual fund industry regulatory environment.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of public accounting and/or private industry experience with knowledge of accounting, finance, and internal control areas.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Understanding of internal control concepts and experience in applying them to plan, perform, manage and report on the evaluation of various business processes/areas/functions.
• Understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO, and risk assessment practices.
• Ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, to effectively present to peers and management.
• Experience in performing multiple projects and working with varying team members.

Desired

Qualifications:

• CPA, CIA or other applicable professional designation or advanced degree.
• Prior industry experience is a plus.
• ACL or data analytics experience highly desirable, but not required.