AVP Information Systems Internal Audit

• Company

  Moodys

• Location

  USA-NY-New York City

• Remuneration

  Competitive

• Position Type

  Permanent

• Employment type

  Full time

• Updated

  21-Nov-2013

• eFC Ref no

  1310800

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Our views matter. So will yours. Further information about "working at Moody's" is available at our Careers Page at www.moodys.com Role       * Experienced internal audit professional capable of assisting the Vice President - Head of Internal Audit   and Vice President - Internal Audit with the development, execution and continuous improvement of an integrated internal audit plan with a focus on information technology but also encompassing SOX 404 compliance, financial and operational audits of Moody's ratings and analytics businesses in accordance with departmental and Institute of Internal Auditors standards.      * Develop a complete understanding of Moody's ratings and analytics businesses as well as the IT environment - financial, operational and technology operating policies and procedures, and company culture. * Assist the Vice President - Head of Internal Audit  and Vice President - Internal Audit with defining and updating the annual and long-range internal audit programs based on an annual assessment of compliance, financial and operating risks, as well as with presentations to senior management.  * Guide in the development of the Internal Audit team- mentoring, performing evaluations and providing on-going coaching and feedback. Responsibilities   * Development, execution and continuous improvement of an integrated internal audit plan encompassing SOX 404 compliance, financial and operational audits of Moody's ratings and analytics businesses in accordance with departmental and Institute of Internal Auditors standards; * Develop a complete understanding of Moody's ratings and analytics businesses - financial, operational and technology operating policies and procedures, and company culture;  *  Strong knowledge of financial systems, and general internal controls for information systems  *  Demonstrate deep understanding of Moody's Information Systems environment * Build and maintain strong relationships with MIT personnel; act as the primary contact between Internal Audit and direct reports of Moody's CIO; * Identify opportunities for Internal audit to add value as part of the Information * System audits; * Develop the annual and long-range internal audit programs based on an annual assessment of compliance, financial and operating risks, as well as with presentations to senior management and the Audit Committee; * Overall responsibility for the project management of all IT audit engagements and maintain understanding of status and dependencies of non-IT audit engagements;  * Direct management responsibility for senior manager and audit managers; * Prepare and monitor annual departmental budget; * Manage, monitor and ensure appropriate resourcing of department; * Develop relationships with and interact effectively with Heads of Line of Business and Departmental senior personnel; * Supervise the execution of internal audits with the following responsibilities * Approve the planning and communication of the detailed audit scope; * Complete risk assessment and deliver to VP- Internal Audit with minimal adjustments needed; * Supervise audit teams comprised of both internal and 3rd party professionals; * Ensure completion of audits, SOX activities and special projects by stated due dates; * Ensure seamless co-ordination of IA audits with Moody's businesses and functions; * Identify opportunities for Internal audit to add value as part of the operational audits; * Identify dependencies between operational audits and Information System audits; * Manage all aspects of the communication of audit findings on a timely basis from the closing meeting through to final audit report;  * Develop and mentor Senior auditors and managers;  * Assist with updating Internal Audit policies and procedures based on changes within the profession or ratings regulatory authorities. * Bachelor's degree in Accounting with approximately 10+ years of experience * ACertified Public Accountant ('CPA') or Certified Information Systems  * Auditor ('CISA') with a combination of private industry experience,consulting or Big 4 Accounting firm is required. * An MBA and experience with financial systems preferred. * Ideal candidate will have experience working in a global organization, experience interacting with all levels of management, strong knowledge of financial systems and related technology internal controls, a proven track record in managing a variety of audit assignments and experience with implementation and testing compliance with the Sarbanes Oxley Act.  * Significant experience in working with a complex information technology environments. * Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, in a fast paced environment handling multiple tasks simultaneously.  * Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills are required. * Proficiency in financial systems and MS Word and Excel (sorting, filtering, pivot tables, etc) are required * Experience using PeopleSoft financial systems is highly desirable. Moody's Internal Audit function is a trusted partner across all levels of the organization. We are known as a function that first understands the business, then applies that knowledge to provide objective guidance. MIS and MSS Candidates are asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary. Moody's is an equal opportunity employer.

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