Senior Auditor- Investment Services
BNY MellonJersey cityUpdate time: July 2,2021
Job Description
Performs high quality, risk-focused fieldwork, in accordance with Internal Audit policies, methodologies, and standards in order to identify meaningful issues, risks and other exposures within Investment Services (particularly covering both the Pershing and Clearance/Collateral Management lines of business). Auditor will cover broker-dealer and investment advisor businesses primarily, although skills in other financial services or public accounting experience is helpful. Duties include: Testing financial, operational and other processes as per Audit procedures; Creating and maintaining accurate and clear work documents; Completing tasks efficiently (on time, on budget, accurately); Learning new businesses, processes and regulations effectively and quickly; Communicating well with clients and Audit team members in both verbal and written form; Engaging in relevant training regarding audit, businesses, financial controls, regulations or a particular specialty; Appropriately analyzing control environment and developing effective audit steps to test controls where necessary in line with the new methodology and concluding on the level of residual risk; and, Identifying opportunities for the use of automation in audit testing. Auditors in this role typically work on projects of moderate complexity that would involve significant learning (regulatory regime, business model, processes) on each new assignment. Must be able to quickly assimilate new information in order to analyze the risks and controls effectively. Staff at this level will be expected to own sections of the audit program and bring them to completion. Specific broker-dealer, investment advisor, or capital markets experience is preferred, although not a strict requirement. Auditor demonstrates these skills through, for example, thoughtful analysis of business processes and issue identification, as well as discussions with the project leader and auditees. The individual works closely with an Audit project leader and other Auditors on each project. Additionally the individual would work closely with clients both in learning the business and testing controls. This requires both good oral and written communications skills and an ability to be sensitive to the needs of clients and team members. Must be able to keep sensitive information confidential and know how to use appropriately. Must be able to know when to elevate potential audit issues as soon as they are identified to the AIC. Qualifications College degree or equivalent expected. 4 year degree in accounting, finance or computer science, although other relevant subjects will be considered. 3 years minimum experience preferred, with a strong preference in financial services, broker-dealers, or capital markets. Additional certifications (especially Series 7, CIA or CPA) are a big plus. Training is provided to obtain additional certifications not already held. BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals With Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team – one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve – and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums. Primary Location: United States-New Jersey-Jersey City Internal Jobcode: 85001 Job: Audit Organization: Audit Asset Servicing-HR07985 Requisition Number: 2112686
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