Internal Audit Manager

State of Wisconsin Investment Board • Madison, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The State of Wisconsin Investment Board (SWIB) is seeking an internal audit manager to lead and conduct audit and assurance engagements focused on investment strategies and oversight, investment operations, and other key areas of risk. The role includes supervision of team members and responsibility for delivering high-quality work in a collaborative and innovative team environment. The role also includes advisory/consulting work, continuous auditing/monitoring, and other value-added activities. This position is responsible for managing end-to-end engagements, developing and mentoring team members, and working cross-functionally to help drive meaningful change.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, mathematics or a related field.
• 10+ years of relevant audit experience, preferably within investment management or financial services.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, as well as intellectual curiosity.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt and operate effectively in a dynamic environment.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, collaboration, and accountability.
• U.S. work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, CIA, or CAIA preferred.
• Experience auditing investment strategies, portfolios, or investment operations preferred.
• Familiarity with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audit work with professional judgement, due care, independence, and objectivity.
• Contribute to the entity wide audit risk assessment process, development and maintenance of the audit plan, and other strategic audit initiatives.
• Lead key engagement level audit activities that include determining audit scopes and objectives, performing engagement level risk assessments, and developing audit programs and testing strategies.
• Coordinate with third party providers as needed to ensure appropriate resourcing and expertise.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of policies, procedures, and key controls through walkthroughs and testing of business processes.
• Lead and perform audit testing to assess the completeness, accuracy, and effectiveness of transactions, processes, and reporting.
• Document results and identify control improvements.
• Prepare clear and concise reports that communicate audit results, conclusions, and actionable recommendations to management.
• Perform follow up activities to determine effectiveness of corrective actions taken.
• Represent Internal Audit in key meetings (e.g. Board and Committee) as required.

Benefits

• Competitive total cash compensation, based on AON (formerly McLagan) industry benchmarks
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Educational and training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Relocation reimbursement to the Dane County area

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager