Internal Audit Manager

Marsh Agency; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Marsh Agency is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead complex audits across planning, execution, and reporting stages. You will communicate findings to IA senior management and stakeholders, ensuring strong control environments while partnering with the global team in a hybrid New York office.

The role requires at least 5 years of audit experience and professional certifications (CIA/CPA preferred); proficiency in data analytics and tools like Power BI and AuditBoard will distinguish

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CIA/CPA or similar certifications are a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of audit experience, ideally in insurance, reinsurance, health/benefits or investments/wealth management.
• Experience with data analytics and modern audit tools such as AuditBoard or Optro (AuditBoard).

Responsibilities

• Lead audits annually from planning to reporting and stakeholder presentation.
• Develop and implement a risk-based audit plan with management input.
• Perform audits and special projects, lead interview meetings, and review reports for gaps.
• Develop and maintain audit work programs and documentation.
• Identify control weaknesses and opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Communicate findings clearly to stakeholders and senior management; participate in closing meetings.
• Supervise and coach audit team members; coordinate global engagements as needed.
• Stay updated on evolving audit techniques and analytics methods.

Skills

Project management

Data analytics

AI in audit testing

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

AuditBoard

Power BI

Job description

As a member of the Internal Audit department, you will have the opportunity to provide independent and objective assurance over the organization’s control environment, support the audit plan development process, and provide advisory services to Management

As an Internal Audit Manager, you will be part of a global team and will lead all aspects of complex audits - including planning (process documentation/flowcharting, identification of risks and controls), execution/fieldwork, and report writing. You will be the primary point of contact for communicating audit findings and practical recommendations to key stakeholders and IA senior management that strengthen the company’s operational and IT control environment.

This is an individual contributor role and is based in New York, NY and follows a hybrid schedule, with an expectation to work in the office at least three days per week.

We Will Count On You To

• Lead audits annually, owning the full audit lifecycle from planning and fieldwork/execution through reporting and presentation to stakeholders
• Participate in internal audit plan development; assist Audit management in developing and implementing a risk-based audit plan
• Perform and lead internal audits, and other special projects as needed, including lead interview meetings, develop audit testing plans, and review audit reports to communicate findings to process stakeholders
• Develop, maintain, and review audit work programs, workpapers to maintain high quality standards
• Identify control weaknesses and business productivity/efficiency opportunities; assess effectiveness of corrective actions to properly mitigate audit findings
• Manage communications with audit stakeholders and business leaders throughout the engagement; ensure audit findings and improvement recommendations are clearly communicated, including participation in closing meetings
• Supervise and coordinate audit team members assigned to engagements (including global team members); provide feedback, coaching, and guidance to drive consistent execution and development
• Review audit workpapers and evidence to ensure quality, completeness, and appropriate documentation to support audit conclusions and reporting
• Drive audit milestones, manage competing priorities, and ensure projects remain on schedule, with appropriate resourcing and disciplined project management
• Stay current on evolving audit techniques, including use of data analytics and AI; actively pursue continuing professional education aligned to department needs and career development
• Demonstrate executive presence and the ability to influence and communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels from executive management to staff
• Willingness and ability to travel (domestic and international) approximately 25-35% as business needs require

What You Need To Have

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A minimum of 5 years of audit experience, preferably in insurance, reinsurance, health/benefits, and/or investments/wealth management

What Makes You Stand Out

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple engagements and deliver to milestones and deadlines
• Experience working with Optro (formerly AuditBoard) or similar workpaper documentation platforms
• Relevant designations (CIA, CPA, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Knowledge of IT General Controls
• Experience with data analytics and familiarity with Power BI
• Use of AI to assist audit testing

Why join us?

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact on colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best, most qualified people and value colleagues of all backgrounds, without regard to age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [e-mail]

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $100,700 to $201,500.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.