Job Title: Asset Management Audit
Location : New York NY - onsite
Duration: 6 months
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Audit Execution (40%)
Lead comprehensive audits of Global Prime Funds operations (fund administration portfolio management compliance trading operations) Plan and execute audit engagements across multiple jurisdictions (US EMEA APAC) Assess key risks: liquidity credit operational and regulatory compliance Execute testing per SOC 1/2 ISAE 3402 SEC Rule 2a-7 and MMFR standards Document findings prepare audit reports and present to senior management Manage 4-6 major audits annually
Regulatory & Compliance (30%)
Ensure Prime Funds compliance with SEC Investment Company Act Rule 2a-7 FINRA rules Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on audit approach Evaluate compliance programs: NAV calculations shadow pricing liquidity assessments Support regulatory examinations (SEC FINRA FCA MAS) Review Form N-MFP Form PF and regulatory submissions
Consulting & Advisory (20%)
Provide strategic consulting on control design process improvement and risk mitigation Advise on new products technologies and operational changes Conduct pre-implementation reviews and risk assessments Serve as subject matter expert for Prime Funds operations
Stakeholder Management (10%)
Partner with Portfolio Management Operations Compliance Risk and Technology teams Present findings to C-suite executives and Board committees Collaborate with external auditors and Fund Boards
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Certifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field CPA CIA CISA or CFA required
Experience
8 years audit experience in asset management; 3 years in money market/prime funds 3 years in Big 4 internal audit or consulting at senior/manager level Experience leading complex audits in global organizations Proven C-suite stakeholder management
Technical Expertise
Asset management operations (front/middle/back office) Money market fund regulations (SEC Rule 2a-7 Money Market Fund Reform) Fund accounting NAV calculations pricing methodologies Risk management frameworks (COSO COBIT) Financial instruments (repos commercial paper CDs treasuries) Audit tools (ACL IDEA Tableau TeamMate)
Core Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written/verbal communication Advanced Excel and data analytics Ability to manage multiple priorities Experience in matrix organizations
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MBA or Masters in Accounting/Finance
10 years total experience with 5 years in asset management Big 4 asset management practice experience Knowledge of UCITS and international money market fund regulations SQL Python or advanced analytics experience
Qualifications :
Bachelors or masters
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
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