Audit Manager

Marsh McLennan•New York, NY

1d•$100,700 - $201,500•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the Internal Audit department, you will have the opportunity to provide independent and objective assurance over the organization’s control environment, support the audit plan development process, and provide advisory services to Management. As an Audit Manager, you will be part of a global team and will lead all aspects of complex audits – including planning (process documentation/flowcharting, identification of risks and controls), execution/fieldwork, and report writing. You will be the primary point of contact for communicating audit findings and practical recommendations to key stakeholders and IA senior management that strengthen the company’s operational and IT control environment. This position is based in New York, NY and is hybrid, with an expectation of working in the office at least three days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
A minimum of 5 years of audit experience, preferably in insurance, reinsurance, health/benefits, and/or investments/wealth management

Nice To Haves

Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple engagements and deliver to milestones and deadlines
Experience working with Optro (formerly AuditBoard) or similar workpaper documentation platforms
Relevant designations (CIA, CPA, etc.)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills
Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
Knowledge of IT General Controls
Experience with data analytics and familiarity with Power BI
Use of AI to assist audit testing

Responsibilities

Lead audits annually, owning the full audit lifecycle from planning and fieldwork/execution through reporting and presentation to stakeholders
Participate in internal audit plan development; assist Audit management in developing and implementing a risk-based audit plan
Perform and lead internal audits, and other special projects as needed, including lead interview meetings, develop audit testing plans, and review audit reports to communicate findings to process stakeholders
Develop, maintain, and review audit work programs, workpapers to maintain high quality standards
Identify control weaknesses and business productivity/efficiency opportunities; assess effectiveness of corrective actions to properly mitigate audit findings
Manage communications with audit stakeholders and business leaders throughout the engagement; ensure audit findings and improvement recommendations are clearly communicated, including participation in closing meetings
Supervise and coordinate audit team members assigned to engagements (including global team members); provide feedback, coaching, and guidance to drive consistent execution and development
Review audit workpapers and evidence to ensure quality, completeness, and appropriate documentation to support audit conclusions and reporting
Drive audit milestones, manage competing priorities, and ensure projects remain on schedule, with appropriate resourcing and disciplined project management
Stay current on evolving audit techniques, including use of data analytics and AI; actively pursue continuing professional education aligned to department needs and career development
Demonstrate executive presence and the ability to influence and communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels from executive management to staff
Willingness and ability to travel (domestic and international) approximately 25–35% as business needs require