Senior Internal Auditor

Janney•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Senior Internal Auditor will help shape the Internal Audit Department that is currently being built out. This individual will provide support to the Director of Internal Audit and will ensure the coordination and completion of all activities related to the internal audit function. The individual selected for this role will play an important role in ensuring that Janney has the internal controls in place to support the Firm’s growth strategy and act as a trusted advisor to the company while providing an independent perspective on business operations. What you are good at: Project Management: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior management. Building Relationships: Connecting with others in a way that fosters trust and creates collaborative relationships. Initiative: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance Janney’s audit function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA, CIA or CISA certification strongly preferred.
Minimum of 4-7 years of audit experience of internal audit.
Experience in the brokerage, investment or financial industry and IT audit exposure is a plus.
Knowledge of internal control concepts, internal auditing standards, COSO and risk assessment practices required.
Ability to work independently with limited required direction and guidance.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, assess risks and develop practical solutions.
Knowledge of financial services industry landscape and the evolving dynamics of this sector.
Solid understanding of appropriate financial controls, and ability to enhance internal procedures.
Knowledge of and comfort with technology as both a business driver and a communications tool.
Possess the curiosity to learn and ability to adapt quickly.
Experience working with AI-enabled audit tools to enhance audit efficiency, analytics, and insight generation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the brokerage, investment or financial industry and IT audit exposure is a plus.
CPA, CIA or CISA certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently develop audit programs demonstrating risk and controls knowledge.
Plan and conduct multiple audit and consulting engagements concurrently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment,
Prepared audit reports with well-supported findings, delivering high-quality work and actionable recommendations on a timely basis.
Monitor and follow up on audit findings to ensure timely remediation.
Support annual and ongoing risk assessments and contribute to the development of the risk-based audit plan.
Clearly and effectively communicate audit objectives, progress, and results to stakeholders at all levels.
Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls, identify gaps, and recommend continuous improvements.
Promote innovation by applying creative audit techniques and finding opportunities to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
Assist in developing and improving existing audit practices.
Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in internal auditing.
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.