Lead Auditor

Cboe; Lenexa (KS); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an innovative financial firm where your expertise in internal auditing will be valued. As an Internal Audit Lead, you'll leverage your skills in risk assessment and audit methodologies to enhance the effectiveness of the audit process. You'll work collaboratively with management to identify risks and develop strategies that drive operational excellence. This role offers a flexible hybrid work environment, generous paid time off, and a commitment to professional growth. If you're passionate about making an impact in the financial sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Environment

Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401(k) with 2:1 Match

Paid Tuition Assistance

Complimentary Lunch and Snacks

Paid Parental Leave

On-site Gyms

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in internal/external audit or related fields.
• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and IT audit techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support audit planning, risk assessments, and control evaluations.
• Present audit results to stakeholders and drive internal audit standards.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Audit Methodologies

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Data Analytics

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Management Information Systems

Tools

Excel

Data Visualization Tools

Onspring

Job description

Job Description:

The Internal Audit Lead performs a combination of the following duties, but is not limited to:

• Exhibits a thorough and advanced understanding of the audit process, with specific responsibility for either leading or actively supporting:
  • audit planning and scoping,
  • developing effective test plans,
  • assessing risks and controls,
  • identifying value-added recommendations, focused on the root cause,
  • ensuring accurate and thorough work papers, and
  • successfully completing audits that are completed on time and on budget.
• Drives and carries out all work in accordance with internal audit professional standards and Cboe’s Internal Audit department policies and procedures.
• Employs strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills – i.e., define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions, and recommend solutions.
• Presents results of audits or advisory projects to applicable business leaders or other stakeholders in a confident and articulate manner with an ability to communicate clearly and concisely based on intended audience, including active listening and negotiation skills.
• Leads risk assessment meetings with senior management in areas of business operations, finance, information technology or cybersecurity processes to help develop the scope of the internal audit plan.
• Demonstrates an ongoing curiosity of Cboe’s business environment including operations, regulation, technology and financial risks.
• Executes day-to-day responsibilities and completes projects using collaboration, transparency, and ingenuity.
• Anticipates and proactively addresses project issues or concerns, and elevates to management as appropriate, applying thoughtful judgment.
• Develops and maintains high trust relationships across the internal audit team and with management.
• Monitors the status and resolution of open audit issues and action plans.
• Innovates and enhances the internal audit department practices.
• Supports integrated audit requirements, as needed, and performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Ideal candidates for this role should possess a strong background in:
  • Proven experience conducting risk assessments and applying audit methodologies to evaluate control environments across business and technology domains
  • Hands-on experience with business process, financial, and compliance audits, including control testing for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance
  • Familiarity with IT audit techniques, including testing of information technology general controls (ITGCs) and application controls
• Bachelor's Degree Required: Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or Management Information Systems preferred
• Internal Audit Lead candidates should possess a strong background in business process, financial, technology and compliance auditing techniques
• Specific to your IT audit background, ideal candidates will have a background in assessing software development, change management, IT operations and information security processes and applying risk and control frameworks (e.g., NIST, COBIT)
• Experience supporting testing for Sarbanes-Oxley or System and Organization Controls (SOC) independent audit reports, and related public accounting audit testing requirements (strongly preferred).
• Experience in leading multiple projects, concurrently
• Experience in data analytics techniques (including data visualization) and tools (e.g., Excel and Sigma)
• Experience in supporting and developing Internal Audit tools and systems (Onspring experience a plus)
• Experience in the Securities or financial services industry is strongly preferred
• Possessing or currently pursuing one of the following certifications: CPA, Chartered Accountant, CIA, CISA, CFE or related certifications
• Public accounting or internal audit experience at a public company required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in internal/external audit or related fields
• There can be periodic travel to Chicago, New York, Kansas City or other office locations

Why Join Cboe?

At Cboe, you’ll work in a dynamic environment where each team member is empowered to make an impact. We prioritize professional growth and diversity, encouraging our people to pursue ideas, challenge the status quo, and build their futures alongside Cboe’s global mission. We are committed to providing the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to advance your career in financial design.

If you’re excited about contributing to the next generation of financial platforms, let’s shape the future together.

Benefits and Perks

We value the total wellbeing of our people – including health, financial, personal and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:

• Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
• Flexible, hybrid work environment, where you choose where and how you work
• Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
• 2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
• Employee referral bonus program
• Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities

Some of our employees’ favorite benefits and perks include:

• Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
• Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
• Generous charitable giving company match
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
• On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers

More About Cboe Global Markets

We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. We celebrate the diversity in our communities, inside and out, and welcome new perspectives with equity, inclusion and belonging.

We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.

Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status.

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Our pay ranges are determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, role, experience, level, and location. The national new hire base pay range for this job in the United States is $89,250-$110,250. This range represents the minimum and maximum base pay the company expects to offer for new hires working in the position full time. If you live in one of the following areas or if you work in a Cboe office in the following areas, the range may be higher according to the geographic differentials listed below:

US Geographic Differentials:

• 110%: Austin TX, Chicago IL, Denver CO, San Diego CA

• 115%: Los Angeles CA, Seattle WA

• 120%: Boston MA, Washington DC

• 125%: New York City NY

• 130%: San Francisco CA

Within the range, individual pay is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, work location , job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, our total rewards program includes an annual variable pay program and benefits including healthcare (medical, dental and vision) , 401 (k) with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, market-leading tuition assistance , and much more ! Your recruiter will provide more details about the total compensation package, including variable pay and benefits, during the hiring process. For further information on our total rewards program , visit TOTAL REWARDS @CBOE.

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