Audit Associate: Risk & Controls for Asset Management

Aplaro Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 154,500; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley's Internal Audit Division seeks an Auditor in Charge to oversee traditional asset management coverage within Investment Management. The role emphasizes risk assessment, testing, and independent validation of controls across front, middle and back offices.

New York-based with in-office presence four days weekly supports complex, high-risk audits and talent development. You will lead assurance activities, engage stakeholders, and contribute to a culture of risk awareness and

Qualifications

• Understanding of business lines and key regulations relevant to coverage area.
• Strong understanding of audit principles, methodology, tools, and processes (e.g., risk assessments, planning, testing, reporting and continuous monitoring).
• Ability to identify and analyze multiple data sources to inform point of view.
• Ability to ask meaningful questions, understand various viewpoints and adapt messaging accordingly.
• Commitment to practicing inclusive behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Identify risk and impact to coverage area to prioritize focus areas.
• Lead and execute assurance activities (audits, continuous monitoring, closure verification) to assess risk and control environment.
• Facilitate conversations with stakeholders on risks and governance.
• Manage multiple deliverables in line with team priorities.
• Engage in training to develop self and peers.

Skills

Audit principles

Data source analysis

Stakeholder communication

Inclusive behavior

Experience 2-4 years

Education

CIA/CPA/CFA preferred

Tools

Audit tools

Job description

Morgan Stanley's Internal Audit Division seeks an Auditor in Charge to oversee traditional asset management coverage within Investment Management. The role emphasizes risk assessment, testing, and independent validation of controls across front, middle and back offices.

New York-based with in-office presence four days weekly supports complex, high-risk audits and talent development. You will lead assurance activities, engage stakeholders, and contribute to a culture of risk awareness and