Senior Auditor

Company: Smith Arnold Partners
Location: Stamford
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

For this an other similar positions, please visit www.smitharnold.comAre you looking for an impactful Senior Financial Audit role in a global organization?Highly successful international financial services organization seeking a Senior Financial Audit professional with strong communication skills and a proactive risk-based approach to internal audit. In this high exposure role, the Senior Financial Auditor will perform complex audits, lead and mentor junior audit professionals, and work with senior management. We are seeking a Senior Financial Auditor with strong leadership skills and management potential for this high growth opportunity.What are people saying about this company? --- Great benefits, good work life balance--- They care about their workers dearly--- Good people and a lot of opportunity to learn and growTitle: Senior Financial AuditorSalary: $90,000 to $110,000Location: Stamford, CT or Downtown New York, NYEssential Duties* Perform audits utilizing a risk-based audit approach* Test accuracy of financial data received and a review operations and adequacy of system of controls * Conduct appropriate data mining reviews utilizing databases such as SAS, EG, SQL, R and Excel* Champion Sarbanes-Oxley internal control requirements and conduct reviews and special projects to ensure that financial, operational and compliance controls are adequate and operating effectively* Conduct ongoing risk assessment with input of management to determine the universe of risks* Prepare and update internal audit programs with a focus in using a top-down, risk-based approach as prescribed by the PCAOB statement #5; apply appropriate professional standards for audit sampling* Perform in-charge responsibilities for designated audits; this will include performing supervisory functions for other staff members* Advise, counsel and instruct staff assigned to the audit; review their work* Make oral or written presentations to management during and at conclusion of audit, discussing noted deficiencies and recommending corrective action to improve operations and reduce costs* Prepare written reports containing audit findings with recommendations for improvements; reports express opinion on adequacy and effectiveness of the systems and efficiency with which activities are carried outEducation/Experience * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance* 3-7 years of experience in financial auditing including public accounting* CPA or CIA highly preferred* Knowledge of databases and programs such as SQL, SAS, EG and Excel* Knowledge of property/casualty insurance and reinsurance operations is a plus* Familiarity with the RSG system, as used by the reinsurance industry is a plusSkills, Knowledge & Ability* Review accounting, financial and operating controls* Determine degree of adherence to Company policies and procedures* Report findings for management appraisal of functions audited and action, if required* Knowledge of audit sampling techniques, statistical and non-statistical methods* Occasional travel, approximately 10%* Effective application of professional standards on audit sampling, statistical and non-statistical* Effective oral, written and analytical skills* A "team player" who will encourage the open exchange of ideas

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