Senior Asset Management Internal Audit Lead

Green Key Resources; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Key Resources seeks a seasoned internal audit professional to lead engagements in asset management, including mutual funds and alternatives. You will build trusted relationships with managers and audit committees, supervise teams, and manage budgets and delivery timelines. Expertise in GAAP and SOX is essential.

The role emphasizes coaching junior staff, risk assessment, and delivering actionable recommendations to enhance client controls and decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
• 5+ years of internal audit or consulting experience with asset management exposure.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls frameworks, and asset management processes.
• Proven ability to supervise and mentor junior professionals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication including executive-level presentations.
• Experience with SOX compliance.

Responsibilities

• Leading audit and advisory engagements and delivering clear, actionable recommendations.
• Building and maintaining trusted client relationships with asset managers, audit committees, and stakeholders.
• Managing engagement economics—budgets, staffing, utilization, and timely delivery.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members with coaching and feedback.
• Coordinating engagement planning, including scope development and risk assessment.
• Reviewing workpapers, reports, and client communications for accuracy and compliance with professional standards.
• Identifying opportunities for cross-selling and contributing to practice growth.
• Applying deep expertise in SOX, GAAP, and asset management regulations to address complex client issues.

Skills

Internal audit expertise

Asset management knowledge

SOX compliance

Executive communication

Mentoring & coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or equivalent certification

Job description

Green Key Resources seeks a seasoned internal audit professional to lead engagements in asset management, including mutual funds and alternatives. You will build trusted relationships with managers and audit committees, supervise teams, and manage budgets and delivery timelines. Expertise in GAAP and SOX is essential.

The role emphasizes coaching junior staff, risk assessment, and delivering actionable recommendations to enhance client controls and decision making.