Internal Audit Plan Manager (Hybrid)

NYCM Insurance•Town of Edmeston, NY

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Internal Audit Plan Manager (Hybrid) manages the execution of the annual internal audit plan, including assigning audit resources. This position will provide guidance to the internal audit staff in planning and conducting concurrent operational, financial, regulatory, and other relevant audit and advisory engagements outlined in the plan. The Internal Audit Plan Manager will assist in developing the internal audit staff by reviewing completed engagements for quality, providing feedback and coaching to ensure compliance with the Internal Audit and Compliance (IA&C) Division's policies and procedures, as well as The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma
4+ years external or internal audit experience or equivalent
Experience leading engagements/projects and individuals

Nice To Haves

Strong knowledge of audit methodologies and practices
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to handle stress professionally, calmly, and effectively
Ability to work collaboratively and develop value-added relationships with all levels of management throughout the organization
Positive and professional attitude
Strong listening, creative, problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Good presentation and interpersonal skills
Excellent time management skills
Accurate with keen attention to detail

Responsibilities

Manage the completion of the internal audit plan and assign internal audit resources, resolving or escalating competing priorities.
Develop the annual internal audit plan using a risk-based approach in collaboration with the division manager.
Provide guidance to internal audit staff in the planning of audit and advisory engagements.
Review and approve audit and advisory engagement programs (objective, scope, and test plans) developed by internal audit staff to ensure successful achievement of engagement objectives.
Review completed audit and advisory engagement programs, workpapers, and reports for quality, achievement of objectives, and compliance with IA&C requirements and provide feedback and coaching notes to internal audit staff.
Manage the presentation to and acceptance of audit results by business unit management to ensure audit issues are understood, accepted, and properly represented in the final reports.
Manage the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) Regulation 118 Audited Financial Statements program.
Coach and mentor internal audit staff on the policies, methods, and practices of IA&C and the internal audit profession.
Collect and prepare advance materials for audit committee meetings.
Collaborate with the division manager on the ongoing evolution of the internal audit function and development of staff to meet the requirements of the Internal Audit and Compliance Division Charter.
Collaborate with the division manager in the development of the annual business plan, providing periodic updates, and monitor completion.
Collaborate with the division manager in the development and maintenance of key performance indicators and metrics for reporting to executive management.
Provide feedback to the division manager regarding internal audit staff performance based on quality reviews and other relevant inputs.
Support the IA&C Division Manager in the implementation of IA&C's short and long-term vision and goals, including strategic planning, business plans, and budgets.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with various stakeholders, including and not limited to division management, executive management, external auditors, and regulators.
Stay current with and enhance audit/consulting/internal control knowledge and leadership skills through relevant reading, webinars, training, and conferences.
Attend continuing professional education courses and webinars for compliance with certification or licensing requirements.
Keep current with The Institute of the Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards and other guidance/best practices relevant to internal audit functions.
Other duties as assigned.