Senior Associate, IT Internal Auditor

About the role

As a member of the Barings Internal Audit team, you will be exposed to various business areas and will have high visibility and access to senior leaders throughout the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to influence and impact change.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audit planning and scoping activities together with audit leaders and team members.
• Prepare detailed audit programs to evaluate the effectiveness of operational processes and controls.
• Review and evaluate internal controls and related processes and procedures to assess efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepare and communicate accurate, timely reports on audit findings.
• Provide input and consultation to other auditors regarding the review of business area controls.
• Recommend opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen controls.
• Assist with periodic risk assessments and identification if emerging risks.
• Participate in various department initiatives and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, accounting, or a related business field preferred
• 2+ years of internal audit, external audit, or equivalent financial services experience
• Experience within financial services, asset management, banking, insurance, or regulated environments preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• CISA, CPA, or CIA certification preferred
• Understanding of audit, internal control, risk and governance principles
• Experience evaluating IT general controls, including access management, change management, system development lifecycle, IT operations, and interface and data controls
• Understanding of technology risks related to cloud environments, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data governance, and third-party/vendor management
• Experience partnering with co-sourced audit providers preferred
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills; experience leveraging data analytics and artificial intelligence preferred
• Understanding of workflows and business processes
• Ability to identify solutions that effectively address business and control needs
• Motivated self-starter with a strong aptitude for learning and a demonstrated track record of strong performance
• Demonstrates integrity, professional skepticism, a proactive work style, and sound business judgment
• Commitment to excellence and continual improvement
• Builds credibility and effective working relationships with team members and business colleagues
• Identifies emerging risks, opportunities, and future considerations
• Handles ambiguity with sound judgment and a collaborative approach
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment
• High responsiveness and flexibility to changing business priorities and tight deadlines
• Works effectively within and across teams