Audit Manager (Vice President) - IA Quality Assurance - Risk Finance

Job Description

Citis Internal Audit (IA) division provides independent assessments of the companys governance, risk management and internal control environment for key stakeholders including the Board of Directors, senior management and Citi s numerous regulators globally. IA is a change agent within Citi to enhance the control culture of Citigroup worldwide and thereby support senior management decision making around the globe.IA maintains a Quality Assurance (QA) function that reports to the Citi Chief Auditor and the Group Audit Committee. The QA function provides independent assurance that IA has achieved and is maintaining appropriate standards of internal audit delivery (set against both IA s own internal standards and the Standards and Code of Ethics of the Institute of Internal Auditors).The role involves close liaison with the global audit teams to ensure appropriate understanding, access to and the correct application of the IA methodology. In this role you will be partnering with the audit teams responsible for Risk and Finance globally and also supporting the global QA team across all regions.The role is based in Mumbai, India and reports to the Senior Vice President , QA Risk and Finance based in Mumbai, India.Key Responsibilities:
• Operate independently as a QA partner across the assigned SME audit teams, forming partnerships at all levels within IA. Support the QA Director (QAD) in fostering a strong QA partnership with the Chief Auditors.
• Provide assurance over the quality of IA s work via formal QA products (e.g., Scorecards, Thematic Reviews, Hot reviews, Continuous Improvement Reviews and Targeted Reviews)
• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to the assigned audit teams on methodology-related matters.
• Be a change agent in the continuous improvement program to deliver and maintain a best in class QA function, sharing best practices and lessons learned with the IA teams
• Contribute to continued improvement in IA methodology and coverage through the delivery of QA products.
• Assist in the provision of methodology training to auditors, including tailored training as and when needed.
• Assist with periodic ad-hoc projects (e.g., research and development of QA specific training).
• Assist in the review and improvement of global IA methodology and practices, including innovation initiatives.
• Assist the SVP and QAD in the review of Audit Reports, Issue Validation Workpapers, and other IA products.
• Assist the SVP and QAD in reviewing key internal QA deliverables and external deliverables.
• Establish and consistently maintain professional working relationship with key IA stakeholders; assist the QAD in maintaining IA stakeholder communications through monthly meetings as assigned by the QAD.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet strict deadlines, both internal and external (e.g., regulators).
• Willingness to assist other QADs on an ad-hoc basis to ensure consistent utilization.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.Person SpecificationQualifications:
• 7+ years of experience in a related role
• Related certifications (CPA, ACA, CFA, CIA, CISA or similar) preferred
• Knowledge of financial services regulatory environment, particularly in Risk Management, Treasury, Capital Planning and/or Finance.
• Experience in IA coverage or IA QA reviews of Risk Management, Treasury, Capital Planning or Finance areas
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated ability to remain unbiased in a diverse working environment
• Effective negotiation skills
Education:
• Bachelor s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
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Keyskills :
project managementautomationcost controlaudit reports