Senior Auditor Associate

We are looking for an ESG Internal Auditor to execute audit reports and partner closely with audit and business stakeholders.

As a Senior Auditor Associate in our Internal Audit group you will act as the ESG / Sustainability SME and plan, execute, and document audit reports, partner closely with global audit colleagues and business stakeholders, and use judgment to strengthen internal controls.

• Plan, execute and document audit reports, including risk assessments, audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting and follow-up and verification of issue closure while ensuring audits are completed timely and within budget
• Work closely with global Audit colleagues in the early identification of emerging control issues and reporting them timely to Audit management and business stakeholders
• Recognize the confidential nature of Internal Audit communications and access to information; you must be disciplined in protecting the confidentiality and security of information in accordance with firm policy
• Partner with stakeholders, business management, other control groups (. risk management, compliance, fraud prevention), external auditors, and regulators establishing strong working relationships while maintaining independence
• Finalize audit findings and use judgment to provide an overall opinion on the control environment through developing recommendations to strengthen internal controls
• Serve as the ESG subject matter expert delegate within Audit, providing guidance on climate and environmental risk, interpreting relevant regulations, and supporting the integration of ESG factors into audit activities.
• Collaborate with audit colleagues and business stakeholders to share ESG insights, facilitate knowledge transfer, and assist in the completion of ESG-related audit tasks and projects.
• Take ownership of self-development, including stretch assignments, to prepare for greater responsibilities and career growth, and take initiative to seek out opportunity for continued learning
• Champion a culture of innovation
• Follow 'How We Do Business' Principles
• Find ways to drive efficiency with existing technical infrastructure through automation while embracing the innovative opportunities offered by new technologies

• Several years of internal or external auditing experience, or relevant business experience
• Bachelor's degree (or relevant financial services experience) required
• Experience with internal audit methodology and applying concepts in audit delivery and execution
• Solid understanding of internal control concepts, with the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls by considering business and technology risks in an integrated manner
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to establish credibility and build strong partnerships with senior business and control partners
• Strong analytical skills particularly in regard to assessing the probability and impact of an internal control weakness

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, strong interest in learning, effective under pressure and willing to take personal responsibility/accountability
• Flexible to changing business priorities and ability to multitask in a constantly changing environment
• Willing to travel as needed
• CPA, CIA, and/or Advanced Degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred
• Experience of ESG / Sustainability concepts with industry recognised qualifications preferred