IT Staff Auditor

Ameriprise Financial; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 56,100 - 98,600; Full time

Job summary

Ameriprise Financial is seeking an IT Staff Auditor to join the Risk & Control Services team in Minneapolis. The role plans and executes audit activities and SOX/MAR/FDICIA compliance, presenting objectives and results to management to strengthen governance and risk controls.

We value collaboration in-office four days a week with one day for remote work. The role emphasizes developing core audit skills, business knowledge, and the ability to travel as needed within the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 0–1 year of experience.
• Strong communication skills; travel availability.
• Develop and practice basic audit skills and business knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Execute portions of the Risk & Control Services plan, including audit activities and SOX/MAR/FDICIA compliance.
• Present objectives and results to various levels of management.
• Monitor Management Action Plans and close out deficiencies when actions are complete.
• Coordinate with control groups and meet established timelines.

Skills

Communication

Travel availability

Basic audit skills

Business knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Accounting or Finance degree

CIA, CPA, CISA

Job description

About Our CompanyWe’re a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses – Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.Job DescriptionAmeriprise Financial is looking to add an IT Staff Auditor to the team! The individual in this role will plan and execute portions of the Risk & Control Services plan, including audit activities and SOX/MAR/FDICIA compliance activities, present objectives and results to various levels of management. Execute on a structured approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. Identify control deficiencies, assess exposure and significance, and propose cost effective recommendations.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute portions of the Risk & Control Services plan, including audit activities and SOX/MAR/FDICIA compliance activities. Present objectives and results to various levels of management. Execute on a structured approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.Identify control deficiencies, assess exposure and significance, and propose cost effective recommendations.Monitor and validate Management Action Plan status and recommend closure of Management ActionPlans when actions are complete and identified deficiencies have been addressed.Coordinate with appropriate control groups in planning and executing assigned work. Complete work within established timelines. Proactively communicate/escalate challenges and roadblocks that impact ability to meet established timelines.Gather information and provide input into risk assessments in conformance with department standards.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent0-1 year of experienceStrong communication skillsAvailability to travelDevelop and practice basic audit skills and business knowledgePreferred QualificationsAccounting or Finance degreeCIA, CPA, CISA0-2 years of experienceIn-Office CollaborationWe are a client-centric, relationship-based business. Working together, in-person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face-to-face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders — clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least four (4) days per week, with flexibility to work from home one (1) day per week. Some roles may require additional in-office time or different in-office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.Visa SponsorshipApplicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN).Base Pay SalaryThe estimated base salary for this role is $56,100-$98,600/year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.Full-Time/Part-TimeFull timeExempt/Non-ExemptExemptJob Family GroupFinanceLine of BusinessFIN FinanceAmeriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.