Internal Audit-Global Markets Equities, Vice PresidentLocation: Salt Lake City, Utah, United StatesOpportunity OverviewCorporate Title: Vice PresidentOffice Location(s): Salt Lake CityJob Function: Business AuditDivision: Internal AuditThe Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities and investment management services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals.As the third line of defense, Internal Audit's (IA) mission is to independently assess the firm's overall control environment, including the firm's governance processes and controls, and risk management and capital and anti-financial crime frameworks. In doing so, IA:
- Communicates and reports on the effectiveness of the firm's governance, risk management, and controls.
- Raises awareness of control risk.
- Assesses the firm's control culture and conduct risks.
- Monitors management's implementation of control measures.IA supports the Board of Directors' Audit Committee and senior firm leadership by independently assessing the firm's internal control structure, raising awareness of control risk, providing advice to management in developing control solutions, and monitoring the implementation of management's control measures.Who We Look ForGoldman Sachs Internal Auditors demonstrate a strong risk and control mindset, are detail-oriented, possess curiosity and sound judgment, and are able to adapt to a dynamic risk and regulatory landscape. We look for individuals who can collaborate across global teams, foster lasting stakeholder relationships, and drive creative solutions to enhance audit techniques.Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of the firm's businesses, products, risks, and controls in subject areas including Equities.
- Manage and execute audits including planning and scoping, fieldwork, audit test plans, and reporting.
- Drive walkthroughs with stakeholders to perform control design assessment and challenge risks and controls.
- Lead and design audit testing to ensure audit fieldwork is focused on the right areas and documentation meets high-quality standards.
- Coordinate with various audit teams to identify risks, assess mitigating controls, and make recommendations on improving the control environment.
- Communicate and report on the audit conclusions and findings, and present to Internal Audit senior management and stakeholders.
- Follow up on open audit issues and operational risk incidents to validate their resolution.
- Participate in department-wide initiatives aimed at continually improving Internal Audit's processes, methodology, and supporting infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships and regularly engage with the business to assess changes in the risk and control environment.Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline.
- 8-10 years of relevant work experience in Internal Audit, Compliance, or Risk/Controls functions.
- Experience managing audit engagements and teams across locations.
- Prior experience in understanding of the businesses, products, and regulations in subject areas including Equities.
- Highly motivated, delivery-focused, analytical, and detailed self-starter with a proven record in a team-based environment.
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written) to clearly articulate issues and ideas.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills to handle multiple assignments and deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certification or industry accreditation (e.g., CPA, CIA, CFA) is a plus.
- Experience with data analytics tools (i.e., Python, Tableau) and technology audit framework and controls.About Goldman SachsAt Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital, and ideas to help our clients, shareholders, and the communities we serve to grow. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do, and we're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our workplace and beyond. #J-18808-Ljbffr