Audit Project Manager

Vaco Financial is assisting our Memphis based client in their search for an Audit Project Manager.
Summary
Primarily responsible for completing audit engagement assignments with minimal supervision. The Audit Project Manager is expected to:

• understand and identify the full range of risks related to processes, regulatory compliance, organization, policy, and technology,
• evaluate control design adequacy in complex business processes,
• perform control testing, and
• document work performed in conformance with internal audit methodology.
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, scoping, execution, and reporting of audits based on identified risks
• Contact with management regarding audit scope, status, and findings
• Responsible for meeting time and staffing budgets for assigned audits
• Objective opinion on the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of control
• Efficiency of performance of the activities being reviewed
• Prepare work papers that accurately document work performed and support conclusions
• Adhere to Departmental policies and guidelines

• Conduct findings follow up validation
• Ensure audit issues are well-defined, root causes are identified, and recommendations for improved controls and processes are communicated to management
  

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree (4-Year Accredited College)
3 - 7 Years related auditing experience
Relevant financial services industry knowledge (Treasury/Asset Liability Management, Investments, Regulatory Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, Trust, Operations)
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize assignments, and to meet critical and established deadlines
Thorough understanding of Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards
Certification preferred (CIA, CPA, CISA, or other relevant professional designations)