- Location: Boston, MA
- Type: Contract
- Job #25533
IT Internal Auditor Contractor
Our client a prestigious Boston Based investment has an immediate need for an IT Internal Auditor. This is an Onsite role.
Manager Notes: This is a technical, mid-level role that will be responsible for planning, testing, and drafting audit reports under the supervision of the IT Audit Manager. The ideal candidate would be local to Boston and is both an independent and team contributor. This role will meet with internal clients so the candidate must be able to hold meetings, is organized, and very motivated. 5+ years of IT audit experience with knowledge of IT framework. Financial services experience is strongly preferred and will most likely be prioritized. The team uses Audit Board internally.
BASIC PURPOSE:
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.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the general guidance of the Senior Audit 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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- 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
For immediate consideration please email Kenny at [email protected]
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