Auditor Independence Manager

TIAA•Frisco, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Auditor Independence Manager serves as the primary point of contact for managing TIAA's external auditor independence program in compliance with SEC and AICPA independence rules and standards. Responsibilities include evaluating and approving non-audit service engagements for permissibility, managing day-to-day engagement status, amendments, approvals, recordkeeping, billing, and reporting. Prepares and maintains materials for Audit Committee reporting to support Board-level governance and oversight. Administers the annual external auditor quality survey to assess audit effectiveness and service delivery. Additionally, reviews and supports the approval process for TIAA's hiring of candidates from external audit firms to ensure independence is not compromised under applicable regulatory standards. The role also leads subsidiary governance activities in support of the Office of the CFO (OCFO), serving as a key liaison between enterprise partners and OCFO leadership. Maintains and updates subsidiary governance policies to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements. Manages the annual governance attestation process across relevant entities, ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation. Partners with OCFO leaders to evaluate and drive improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of TIAA's subsidiary operating model, supporting a streamlined and well-controlled legal entity governance framework.

Requirements

5+ Years Required Work Experience
Knowledge of SEC and AICPA independence rules and standards.
Experience with financial services industry.
Familiarity with subsidiary governance.
Experience with accounting standards.
Experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Nice To Haves

7+ Years Preferred Work Experience
University (Degree) Preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluate and approve non-audit service engagements for permissibility.
Manage day-to-day engagement status, amendments, approvals, recordkeeping, billing, and reporting.
Prepare and maintain materials for Audit Committee reporting to support Board-level governance and oversight.
Administer the annual external auditor quality survey to assess audit effectiveness and service delivery.
Review and support the approval process for TIAA's hiring of candidates from external audit firms to ensure independence is not compromised under applicable regulatory standards.
Lead subsidiary governance activities in support of the Office of the CFO (OCFO), serving as a key liaison between enterprise partners and OCFO leadership.
Maintain and update subsidiary governance policies to ensure alignment with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage the annual governance attestation process across relevant entities, ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation.
Partner with OCFO leaders to evaluate and drive improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of TIAA's subsidiary operating model, supporting a streamlined and well-controlled legal entity governance framework.