Business Operational Audit, Senior Associate

State Street; Kraków; On-site; PLN 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street is seeking an Audit Senior Associate in Kraków to join the Corporate Audit team. You will work on audit engagements, assess risks and controls, and provide independent assurance on internal controls within a risk-based framework.

You will collaborate with business and IT auditors, develop testing strategies, document conclusions, and coach junior staff while staying abreast of regulatory changes affecting financial services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• CPA, CIA or other applicable certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Public Accounting or Consulting, ideally in Financial Services.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit work using Corporate Audit's risk-based methodology.
• Assess risks and controls and evaluate control design.
• Develop and execute testing strategies.
• Participate in audit scoping and risk assessments.
• Lead or assist with control walkthroughs.
• Document audit testing and conclusions.
• Coach less experienced staff.
• Stay current on regulatory and industry developments.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field

CPA, CIA or other applicable certification preferred

3+ years of experience in Public Accounting, Consulting, ideally in the Financial Services industry

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

The Senior Associate is responsible for working on audit engagements, assessing risks and controls, and providing independent assurance regarding the effectiveness of internal controls. The role works within Corporate Audit’s risk-based methodology and collaborates with business and IT auditors

Who We Are Looking For

The Senior Associate is responsible for working on audit engagements, assessing risks and controls, and providing independent assurance regarding the effectiveness of internal controls. The role works within Corporate Audit’s risk-based methodology and collaborates with business and IT auditors The main objective of an audit is to provide management with independent, objective assurance regarding the design and operating effectiveness of the system of internal controls to mitigate both business and IT-related risks.The audit follows a collaborative approach, with business and IT audit team members jointly conducting the majority of internal and client-facing planning, control assessment, testing, and reporting activities.

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 an Audit Senior Associate you will

• Perform audit work using Corporate Audit's risk-based methodology.
• Assess risks and controls and evaluate control design.
• Develop and execute testing strategies.
• Participate in audit scoping and risk assessments.
• Lead or assist with control walkthroughs.
• Document audit testing and conclusions.
• Coach less experienced staff.
• Stay current on regulatory and industry developments.

What We Value

• Motivated self-starter and intellectual curiosity.
• Excellent analytical, written communication, interpersonal, organizational and presentation skills.
• Detail and deadline oriented.
• Ability to establish an environment conducive to continuous innovation
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to comprehend both technology and operational risks.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Financial Services processes is desirable
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• CPA, CIA or other applicable certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Public Accounting, Consulting, ideally in the Financial Services industry.

Additional Requirements

Travel up to 15% may be required.

All hires must commit to 3 days per week in the office.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Job ID: R-797489