Global Internal Audit Supervising Associate

Job description

Our Risk Management team is responsible for protecting EY from the risks that arise from its professional practice. The team works closely with all parts of the business to identify and manage EY's risk, providing coordinated advice and assistance on independence, conflicts, compliance, regulatory, policy, security and risk management issues, as well as dealing with claims and any queries regarding EY ethics. By overseeing the operation and monitoring of key risk processes, Risk Management helps to manage the threat of litigation, avoid regulatory enforcement and limit damage to our reputation. Under Vision 2020, our Risk Management team is strategically re-focusing on risk by embedding risk discussions into business planning activities at all levels of the organization.

Our business is highly regulated and EY is a complex, matrixed organization. Managing risk is of paramount importance to our brand and reputation, and our Risk Management team works side-by-side with the business to do this. Our aim is to enable responsible growth and that means working with the business to identify, monitor and manage risk, and consult and advise. Through oversight of key risk issues and processes such as independence, conflicts, and legal and regulatory compliance, we help maximize public trust and enable EY to responsibly provide excellent client service.

 

 

Title: Global Internal Audit (GIA) Supervising Associate

 

Function: Risk Management

Sub Function: Global Internal Audit (GIA)

Location: New York/New Jersey

 

The opportunity

In FY12, EY established the Global Internal Audit (GIA) function to provide assurance to the EY Global (EYG) Audit Committee (AC) and Global Executive (GE) over key policies and procedures, processes and controls in place to mitigate strategic, operational, compliance and financial risks faced by the organization globally. GIA is seeking an individual to fill the role of an Audit Team Member at the rank of Senior to assist in carrying out its mandate. 

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to interact with Member Firm executives and learn first-hand about a complex global professional services organization. The role requires a self-starter with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. The individual must be able to work independently in a diverse global team and build and maintain relationships with the key stakeholders.

 

Your key responsibilities

 

·      Works in teams to execute audit projects in conformance with GIA methodology and professional standards, and within budgets and established deadlines

·      Works in multiple simultaneous audit projects of all sizes and complexities across Regions / Areas,Member Firms, global functions and processes, etc.

·      Works in integrated audits that consider strategic, financial, operational, and compliance risks

·      Will be asked to contribute to project-level judgments around objectives and scope

·      Evaluates control designs; develops and executes audit tests

·      Applies optimal utilization of data analytic procedures on applicable assignments

·      Evaluates results, synthesizes audit findings across the audit, and drafts audit observations/reports

·      Presents audit objectives, scope, and results to senior members of management; clearly articulates the potential impact of control gaps in a highly professional and competent manner

·      Utilizes organizational and GIA tools in a proficient manner

·      Interacts with management, as needed, to ensure management action plans are closed effectively and timely

·      Effectively shares knowledge and works to continuously develop him/herself in all aspects of the GIA audit methodology

·      Acts as coach and mentor to junior team members where necessary

·      Maintains internal audit competency through ongoing professional development

·      Adapts quickly to unstructured assignments, clarifying objectives and delivering results

·      Works effectively in a global team environment / coordinates with and manages virtual global teams to complete the audits

Skills and attributes for success

 

Must be able to use professional judgment when identifying and evaluating risks and assessing impact of control gaps / breakdown; focus should be on key risks and issues which have significant impact to the Member Firm / global organization

 

Supervision responsibilities

·     Can operate with minimal supervision and take responsibility for assignment tasks during audits or parts of highly complex audits with periodic feedback

·     Proactively shares information and knowledge with team members and seeks feedback

·     Coordinates with virtual global teams to complete the audits

 

To qualify for the role you must have:

 

·      Knowledge and experience in application of control theory and professional auditing practices

·      Proven ability to complete complex tasks

·      Demonstrated ability to interact with people in a way that inspires, develops, and delivers results

·      Demonstrated track record of integrity, effective communication, innovation, and excellence

·      Strong written and verbal communication skills in English to deliver high quality, actionable feedback to client management on control issues and potential solutions to close gaps

·      Proficient knowledge of common applications (MS Office, etc.)

·      Overtime will be required and will vary based on the volume of work (approximately 10 – 20% throughout the year)

·      Ability to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 30%)

 

Ideally, you’ll also have:

 

·  BA/BS in accounting/finance, business/economics or an equivalent degree
·  3-5 years of experience in public accounting and/or internal audit function of a large organization
·  Exposure to diverse and/or complex situations
·       Experience working with global virtual teams is preferred
·       Professional certification (CIA, CPA/CA or similiar) is preferred

 

What working at EY offers

 

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.  

 

Apply now.

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.