Perform audit work in line with the Division’s risk-based methodology and the Institute of Internal Auditor’s standards to identify and understand risk; determine control objectives; and evaluate whether controls sufficiently address identified risks through various testing techniques.
Obtain and analyze evidentiary data as a basis for drafting informed and objective opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of controls under review.
Draft audit issues that clearly outline the identified issue and underlying root cause.
Review corrective actions taken by management to improve deficient conditions.
Escalate potential issues / obstacles to audit management along with proposed solutions.
Develop and maintain understanding of internal State Street products and processes as well as relevant industry and regulatory topics.
Develop relationships with audit clients and business partners across the lines of defense; serve as the primary audit contact for assigned area in individual audit engagements.
Contribute to change initiatives through active participation in working groups and adoption of practices in day-to-day responsibilities.
Assist in the onboarding of audit staff.

10-14 years of experience in Public Accounting, Internal Auditing, focusing on Financial Services – custody, asset management, capital markets, alternative investments, etc.
Bachelor’s degree, preferable in finance, accounting or related field
Advanced degree or certification (CFA, FRM, CPA, CIA, CA) preferred
Experience in auditing information technology general controls.
Fluency in English
written and spoken.

Business Audit – Assistant Vice President

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