Internal Audit Plan Manager (Hybrid)

NYCM Insurance; Town of Edmeston (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (2 days in office)

Job summary

NYCM Insurance is seeking an Internal Audit Plan Manager to oversee the annual audit plan, assign resources, and guide staff through planning and executing engagements in line with IA&C policies and IIA standards.

The role advocates risk-based planning, quality review of programs, and collaboration with management to ensure audit findings are understood and acted upon. Hybrid work includes in-office days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Manage completion of the internal audit plan and assign resources.
• Develop the annual internal audit plan using a risk-based approach.
• Provide guidance for audit and advisory engagements.
• Review and approve engagement programs for quality and objectives.
• Review workpapers and reports for compliance with IA&C standards.
• Present audit results to business unit management and secure acceptance.
• Coach and mentor staff in IA&C policies and practices.
• Prepare materials for audit committee meetings.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and metrics for reporting to executives.

Skills

Audit methodologies

Leadership

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Presentations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Internal Audit Plan Manager (Hybrid) manages the execution of the annual internal audit plan, including assigning audit resources. This position will provide guidance to the internal audit staff in planning and conducting concurrent operational, financial, regulatory, and other relevant audit and advisory engagements outlined in the plan. The Internal Audit Plan Manager will assist in developing the internal audit staff by reviewing completed engagements for quality, providing feedback and coaching to ensure compliance with the Internal Audit and Compliance (IA&C) Division's policies and procedures, as well as The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the completion of the internal audit plan and assign internal audit resources, resolving or escalating competing priorities.
• Develop the annual internal audit plan using a risk-based approach in collaboration with the division manager.
• Provide guidance to internal audit staff in the planning of audit and advisory engagements.
• Review and approve audit and advisory engagement programs (objective, scope, and test plans) developed by internal audit staff to ensure successful achievement of engagement objectives.
• Review completed audit and advisory engagement programs, workpapers, and reports for quality, achievement of objectives, and compliance with IA&C requirements and provide feedback and coaching notes to internal audit staff.
• Manage the presentation to and acceptance of audit results by business unit management to ensure audit issues are understood, accepted, and properly represented in the final reports.
• Manage the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) Regulation 118 Audited Financial Statements program.
• Coach and mentor internal audit staff on the policies, methods, and practices of IA&C and the internal audit profession.
• Collect and prepare advance materials for audit committee meetings.
• Collaborate with the division manager on the ongoing evolution of the internal audit function and development of staff to meet the requirements of the Internal Audit and Compliance Division Charter.
• Collaborate with the division manager in the development of the annual business plan, providing periodic updates, and monitor completion.
• Collaborate with the division manager in the development and maintenance of key performance indicators and metrics for reporting to executive management.
• Provide feedback to the division manager regarding internal audit staff performance based on quality reviews and other relevant inputs.
• Support the IA&C Division Manager in the implementation of IA&C's short and long-term vision and goals, including strategic planning, business plans, and budgets.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with various stakeholders, including and not limited to division management, executive management, external auditors, and regulators.
• Stay current with and enhance audit/consulting/internal control knowledge and leadership skills through relevant reading, webinars, training, and conferences.
• Attend continuing professional education courses and webinars for compliance with certification or licensing requirements.
• Keep current with The Institute of the Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards and other guidance/best practices relevant to internal audit functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, with related experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position

Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong knowledge of audit methodologies and practices
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to handle stress professionally, calmly, and effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively and develop value-added relationships with all levels of management throughout the organization
• Positive and professional attitude
• Strong listening, creative, problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good presentation and interpersonal skills
• Accurate with keen attention to detail

Market Range: 12 / Exempt / 40 hours per week / Hybrid - 2 days in office

Accepting applications through: 10/27/26

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