Corporate Audit, Vice President, Hybrid

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Corporate Audit, Vice President that will manage internal audit engagements and assist senior management in completing risk assessment, continuous monitoring, audit universe maintenance and audit plan development. In this role you will be part of the Corporate Audit Division, that has currently 300 employees worldwide, and you will report directly to the Managing Director. This role can be based out of Dublin or Kilkenny, Ireland.

This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Corporate Audit, Vice President you will

• Develop strong operational and regulatory subject matter expertise.
• Schedule, oversee and deliver audit engagements, including audit report and issue matrix deliverables.
• Develop and maintain influential relationships with senior management through continuous monitoring and governance forum attendance and management reporting as required
• Demonstrate leadership through supervision, coaching and development of staff.
• Participate in department wide initiatives, challenging the department's organization, processes and services to ensure that they remain at or above peer/ industry standards.
• Strengthen internal control disciplines within the corporation by influencing relevant policies, promoting education/ understanding of control concepts.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong relationship management and client facing skills, and interest in developing as a leader within Corporate Audit.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people at different levels.
• Ability to meet key deliverables within stated timeframes.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, Computer Science and/or Business Administration is preferred.
• CISA, ACA, CIA or other applicable certification preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of financial services industry, in particular depositary, custody, fund accounting, transfer agency, global market and corporate function processes.
• Proven ability to research, interpret and apply regulatory requirements
• Experience in either public accounting or financial services internal audit preferred.
• Demonstrable experience of:
  • assessment and testing of business, application and IT general controls.
  • leading and supervising audit engagements

Additional requirements

For the majority, the candidate will work from our primary locations here in Ireland, however; some domestic and international travel may be required to a variety of locations where State Street operates.

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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