The Audit Associate is responsible for planning, performing, reporting, and following up on specific audit assignments under the guidance of the Chief Audit Officer, and / or Audit Management (Chief of Staff, Audit Director, Audit Manager).
This individual will perform these activities under the guidance of Audit Management and the Senior Associate.
The Audit Associate will be responsible for carrying out the following duties :
Assist Audit Management in carrying out the annual audit plan by the following means : Assist in planning the scope of audits.
Prepare audit programs and execute comprehensive audits in various operational and financial areas of the company, both domestic and international.
Participate in audit planning, progress, and wrap-up meetings. Recommend corrective actions or business resolutions, if required, and follow up on implementation.
Prepare audit workpapers that evidence completion of audit and form an adequate basis for the audit report. Prepare drafts of audit reports.
Assess the accuracy and adequacy of information and the Company’s internal control structure by :
Reviewing transactions, documents, records, reports, accounting and operational methodologies
Using inquiry and observation
Employing analytical review procedures
Assist Audit Management in accomplishing certain administrative tasks : Preparation of annual risk assessments Preparation of Annual audit plan Preparation of commentary for the Audit Committee material
What You'll Do :
- Keep current as to the development of relevant industry, regulatory and corporate matters that may affect the Internal Audit Department’s audit scope.
- Work in cooperation with other team members and Audit Management.
Candidates must have the flexibility and ability to occasionally travel to both domestic and international locations.
What makes this role unique or interesting (if applicable)?
- Obtain a holistic understanding of departments and SBU’s at AB.
- Exposure to AB’s top management and the ability to influence change and mitigate risk across the entire organization.
What We're Looking For :
This position requires :
- A college degree.
- Up to 2 years audit experience in the global financial services industry. Experience in the asset management industry (including alternatives and mutual funds) is a big plus
- Professional Certification (CIA, CFSA, CFA etc,) or Advanced Degree preferred
- Strong written and oral communication skills are a must
- Strong interpersonal skills.
About AllianceBernstein
We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe.
With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple : to be the most trusted investment firm in the world.
We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work.
Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work.
Whether you're producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you.
If you're ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us!
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