Centralized Closure Verification, Associate, Technology Audit
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Job Summary
Were seeking someone to join our team as an Associate in our Centralized Closure Verification team responsible for closure verifying audit and regulatory identified issues.
The Internal Audit Division (IAD) drives attention and resources to vulnerabilities by providing an independent and well-informed view and impactful messages about the most important risks facing our Firm. This is accomplished by performing a range of assurance activities to independently assess the quality and effectiveness of Morgan Stanleys system of internal control including risk management and governance systems and processes. IAD serves as an objective and independent function within the Firms risk management framework to foster continual improvement of risk management processes. This is an Associate (P2) level position within the Technology Audit family responsible for inspecting controls in front middle and back offices.
What youll do in the role:
> Understanding of the audit principles tools processes especially around issue validation/closure verification process which primarily includes the following.
o Conduct comprehensive validation of remediation efforts including enhanced/new controls and/or corrective actions completed by the Management.
o Understanding the risks and root cause associated to the issues and testing of the design and/or operating effectiveness of the controls in a timely manner.
o Effectively communicate with stakeholders to gather supporting documentation and provide real time updates.
o Formulate viewpoint on the appropriateness of Managements remediation efforts and provide credible challenge and recommendations to stakeholders where needed.
o Document the work performed to clearly articulate the results/conclusion of testing or validation activities in line with guidelines/methodology.
> Ability to understand and adopt new audit tools and techniques (e.g. data analytics) and participate in learning and development opportunities to ensure the use of best-in-class processes and procedures.
> Identifying and implementing efficiencies and process improvements related to the issues validation work.
> Ability to effectively multi-task and manage multiple competing deliverables within tight timeframes without compromising on quality of output.
> A commitment to practicing inclusive behaviors.
> Willingness to solicit and provide feedback to further develop self and peers. Qualifications
> 3-6 years of relevant experience in auditing technology controls system interfaces and data processing and security infrastructure preferably with a good exposure to auditing front/middle/back-office systems in Investment Banking companies or experience with a Financial Services Brokerage Firm or a Public Accounting Firm with an emphasis on the Financial Services Industry
> Familiarity with COBIT SOX NIST and FFIEC
> Strong understanding of IT general controls
> Masters/ Bachelors Degree (Computer Science or IT related preferred).
> CISA CISSP or CPA certification is preferred.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley we raise manage and allocate capital for our clients helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way thats differentiated and weve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first doing the right thing leading with exceptional ideas committing to diversity and inclusion and giving back - arent just beliefs they guide the decisions we make every day to do whats best for our clients communities and more than 80000 employees in 1200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley youll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. Theres also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
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Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds talents perspectives and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Auditing
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- GAAP
- Accounting
- Analysis Skills
- Research Experience
- Securities Law
- Training & Development
- Mentoring
- GAAS
About Company
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1, ... View more
