Senior Audit Manager – Enterprise Risk Management

AIG’s Internal Audit Group (IAG) provides independent and objective assurance, advice, and insight guided by a philosophy of adding value to improve the operations of AIG. IAG assists AIG in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of AIG’s control environment including risk management, operational, financial, internal control, and governance processes. The Corporate Functions Audit team is responsible for providing a comprehensive program of audit coverage for the firm’s risk management framework and related controls across the second line of defense.

As an ERM Senior Audit Manager, you will be part of IAG’s Corporate Functions Audit Team. As a member of the team, you will have an exciting opportunity to learn about AIG’s products and services and enhance your knowledge and skillsets as you participate in audit projects across Corporate Functions such as Enterprise Risk Management.

IAG is seeking an energetic, self-motivated Senior Audit Manager who will be responsible for assisting the Audit Director in delivering the audit plan for assurance coverage of AIG Enterprise Risk Management processes with strong Operational risk background. The SeniorAudit Manager II will also act as a liaison with other audit teams by providing insights on risk management framework and mitigating controls including Credit, Market, Liquidity Risk, Operational Risk and Third Party Risk Oversight in the audits of the First Line of Defense. The ERM Senior Audit Manager II will maintain key business partner relationships, stay abreast of evolving industry practices, risk management methodology, and regulatory expectations.  The candidate will also collaborate with AIG business area and functional stakeholders, IAG and other assurance teams to:

• Assist the audit teams in identifying and analyzing the inherent risks in the Enterprise Risk Management function and the controls that management has implemented to mitigate their risks
• Assist in the development of individual audits to ensure that audit projects and stakeholders focus on key risks and controls
• Participate in the development and execution of a risk based audit plan and lead the full audit lifecycle (planning, testing of controls, and issue verification) for individual audit engagements
• Collaborate across different global functional audit teams to provide for an integrated and coordinated testing approach to
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness and value of IAG by recommending and developing innovative approaches and solutions (e.g., the use of data analytics, automation, and enhanced audit methodology)

IAG is seeking candidates who have excelled in previous work experience, possess strong analytical, quantitative and interpersonal skills, and are enthusiastic about and committed to AIG to contribute to IAG’s mission of being an industry leading internal audit team and key contributor to the achievement of the firm’s strategic goals. We are looking for candidates that are proactive, continuously learn and introduce improved ways of doing things, both to business stakeholders in development of solutions to problems, IAG processes, including the use of data analytics. 

The ideal candidates will be bold thinkers with an entrepreneurial bent and will possess a powerful blend of IQ (technical skills, consistent learning, statistical & financial acumen) and emotional intelligence [EQ] (adaptive communication, empathy, listening skills, challenging with humility).  IAG also looks for diverse backgrounds of experience, culture and thought. Successful candidates typically have a global perspective and a record of successful teamwork.  You will be part of a large and diverse firm working within a team-oriented environment. You will gain a unique view of AIG, as part of planning and executing on all aspects of the audit process and risk assessment activities and will build close working relationships with business and functional leaders, colleagues across other assurance functions, and fellow team members.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure key risks and controls are properly identified, test procedures support the audit objectives, test procedures are completed in the budgeted timeframe and work papers support the work performed and conclusions drawn in accordance with IAG’s Global Audit Methodology and professional standards for audit engagements
• Perform data analysis to identify anomalies or issues in the testing of controls, partnering with the IAG data analytics team
• Draft identified issues, audit reports, process flows and narratives, and other documents to assist audit team with reporting and effectively discuss findings with business stakeholders
• Work closely with the audit engagement teams to verify management’s corrective actions for audit issues within specified time frames by testing control design and operating effectiveness
• Hold team accountable for meeting deliverables, quality assurance and methodology standards, including providing real-time feedback
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness for areas under audit
• Build and maintain strong working relationships internally as well as with the business
• Provide guidance and direction for junior staff to develop business and audit knowledge, set clear expectations, provide timely and constructive feedback, encourage their career advancement, and set the tone by enthusiastically facilitating knowledge exchange/transfer
• Ensure audit projects are delivered on time and project staff is utilized efficiently
• Some travel may be required

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of audit experience in risk management activities at large financial institutions with a focus on model, third party and operational risk disciplines and/or audit experience in 2 or more of the above mentioned risk disciplines
• At least 3 years of experience leading audit engagements performing in the role of Audit Manager
• Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field
• At least one certified professional designation (e.g. CPA, FRM, CRM, CIA) is preferred
• Experience working in the financial services/insurance industries a plus
• Familiarity with Insurance industry applicable laws and regulations
• Managerial courage to effectively deliver difficult messages to staff members and determine appropriate reporting and escalation as needed
• Ability to thrive within a team-oriented environment while focusing on what matters most
• Good at cultivating relationships with stakeholders and within the IAG group, building trust that facilitates an open mindset and free exchange of information
• Function independently and multi-task in a dynamic, changing environment
• Strong leadership skills; attract and develop top talent
• Strong communication (oral and written), presentation, and project management skills
• Possess and promote a culture of intellectual curiosity
• Experience with auditing leveraging the use of data analysis tools is a plus (e.g. MS Excel tools, Access, ACL, Tableau etc.)

For positions based in New York, the base salary range for this position is $130,000-$154,000. For positions based in Charlotte, the base salary range for the position is $118,000-$148,000. For positions based in Houston, the base salary range for the positions is $116,000-$145,000. The position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Your actual compensation will be dependent on your skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits

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