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Marsh & McLennan

Brokers insurance and runs risk and HR consulting

Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit & ControlsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required.
  • At least 5 years of audit experience is required; experience in insurance, reinsurance, health or benefits, and/or investments or wealth management is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide independent and objective assurance over the organization's control environment, support audit plan development, and provide advisory services to management.
  • Lead complex audits through planning, including process documentation and flowcharting and identification of risks and controls, execution and fieldwork, and report writing.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for communicating audit findings and practical recommendations to stakeholders and internal audit senior management to strengthen operational and information technology controls.
  • Lead audits annually and own the full audit lifecycle from planning and fieldwork or execution through reporting and presentation to stakeholders.
  • Participate in internal audit plan development and assist audit management in developing and implementing a risk-based audit plan.
  • Perform and lead internal audits and special projects, including leading interview meetings, developing audit testing plans, and reviewing audit reports to communicate findings to process stakeholders.
  • Develop, maintain, and review audit work programs and workpapers to maintain high quality standards.
  • Identify control weaknesses and business productivity or efficiency opportunities, and assess the effectiveness of corrective actions to mitigate audit findings.
  • Manage communications with audit stakeholders and business leaders throughout engagements, ensure findings and improvement recommendations are clearly communicated, and participate in closing meetings.
  • Supervise and coordinate audit team members assigned to engagements, including global team members, and provide feedback, coaching, and guidance to support consistent execution and development.
  • Review audit workpapers and evidence for quality, completeness, and appropriate documentation supporting audit conclusions and reporting.
  • Drive audit milestones, manage competing priorities, and keep projects on schedule with appropriate resourcing and disciplined project management.
  • Stay current on evolving audit techniques, including data analytics and artificial intelligence, and pursue continuing professional education aligned with department needs and career development.
  • Communicate and influence effectively with colleagues at all levels, from executive management to staff.
  • Travel domestically and internationally approximately 25–35% as business needs require.
  • Work a hybrid schedule in New York, with at least three days per week in the office.

Desired Qualifications

  • Strong project management skills, including the ability to lead multiple engagements and deliver to milestones and deadlines.
  • Experience with Optro (formerly AuditBoard) or similar workpaper documentation platforms.
  • Relevant designations such as Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Public Accountant.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Knowledge of information technology general controls.
  • Experience with data analytics and familiarity with Power BI.
  • Experience using artificial intelligence to assist audit testing.

About the Company

Marsh & McLennan

Brokers insurance and runs risk and HR consulting

Marsh & McLennan Companies, which operates under the Marsh brand, is an insurance broker and consulting group serving businesses, governments and institutions worldwide. Its Marsh Risk unit arranges property, casualty, cyber and employee-benefit coverage, while Guy Carpenter places reinsurance for insurers. Mercer advises employers on pay, benefits, retirement and investments, and Oliver Wyman, Lippincott and NERA handle strategy, brand and economic consulting. Brokers earn commissions and fees from placing coverage, and consultants bill client fees or charge fees based on assets or plan members. The company traces its roots to 1871 and is headquartered in New York City.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York, NY
Founded
1871

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