Technology Audit Lead - Chief Audit Office - Finance & Administration

Bloomberg; New York (NY); On-site; USD 190,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technology Audit Lead to enhance internal controls and operational effectiveness. This dynamic role involves overseeing the audit lifecycle, collaborating with senior management, and implementing innovative auditing techniques. You will work in a fast-paced environment, driving improvements and influencing change across the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive audit experience, strong analytical skills, and a passion for technology. Join a vibrant culture that values collaboration and continuous improvement, where your contributions can make a significant impact.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Plan

401(k) + Match

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of audit experience in technology or financial services.
• Strong communication and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee audits and provide recommendations on controls.
• Deliver data-driven audit reports to leadership.

Skills

Audit Experience

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving Skills

Technology Risk Assessment

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Technical Discipline

CISA or CISSP Certification

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

Job description

Technology Audit Lead - Chief Audit Office - Finance & Administration

Location: New York

Business Area: Accounting and Finance

Ref #: 10043153

Description & Requirements

The energy of a newsroom, the pace of a trading floor, the buzz of a recent tech breakthrough; we work hard, and we work fast - while keeping up the quality and accuracy we're known for. It's what keeps us inventing and reinventing, all the time. Our culture is wide open, just like our spaces. We bring out the best in each other through collaboration. Through our countless volunteer projects, we also help network with the communities around us, too. You can do amazing work here. Work you couldn't do anywhere else. It's up to you to make it happen.

What's the role?

Internal Audit‘s mission is to provide independent and objective assurance to add value and improve operations. We serve as one of Bloomberg’s critical lines of defence to protect our value and enable growth for a fast-paced technology company. Internal Audit partners with teams and leadership to mature Bloomberg’s control environment, focusing on risk-based and practical recommendations. Internal Audit continuously evolves the audit model adapting to leading practices, innovation and an agile working model.

In this role, you will work closely with the Lead Auditors covering Bloomberg’s global business, products, and services. You will be responsible for the internal audit lifecycle and other initiatives, including the day-to-day management and coaching of teams. Our risk-based audit plan will also provide you the opportunity to develop audit programs for evolving risks and new audit areas. This will involve partnering with audit team members and cross-functional teams to evaluate areas of governance and risk, make valuable recommendations on controls, and influence change. Internal Audit uses a co-sourcing model, augmenting the skills and experience available internally with the global expertise and resources from a Big 4 firm.

Responsibilities:

• Review and oversee all aspects of the audit, including work done by the Big 4 team assigned to the audit
• Execute technology audits using a combination of traditional and data-driven techniques to identify risks and areas for improvement
• Provide recommendations on the design and operating effectiveness of controls that mitigate the highest risks of our organization
• Deliver data-driven assurance audit reports to leadership summarizing findings, root causes, and practical recommendations to enhance internal controls and operational effectiveness
• Partner with senior management and key stakeholders to monitor and influence timely remediation efforts, and provide guidance on risk management
• Collaborate with management to interpret the significance of findings, and make practical recommendations, clearly articulating the value of the audit program
• Manage audit programs based on an aligned assurance model, partnering with other assurance providers to reduce assurance fatigue and increase coverage.
• Assist with enhancing the internal audit methodology to increase overall efficiency and quality of internal audit delivery.
• Stay up to date with relevant emerging trends and industry practices to proactively identify potential risks or areas for improvement
• Provide guidance and support audit staff on matters relating to technology risk and IT general controls, promoting a culture of continuous improvement

You'll need to have:

• Degree in a technical discipline or relevant professional qualification, e.g., CISA, CISSP etc
• 8+ years of relevant audit experience in a technology, technology auditor technology risk function, preferably as an auditor in a relevant industry, such as, large global technology firm, large financial services organization or in a Big 4 professional services firm
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (e.g., persuasion, influence, conflict resolution) with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals with diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of IT general controls, internal control frameworks and risk standards (e.g. COSO, ISO, NIST etc.)
• Demonstrated professional judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in applying modernized auditing techniques, with demonstrated analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
• Ability to adapt standard best practices for internal audit considering our dynamic culture and environment
• A passion for technology and learning
• Enthusiasm and self-motivation for our fast-paced, dynamic environment

We'd love to see:

• Experience in performing assurance related work over software development, SaaS solutions, cloud, and data processes
• Direct experience developing and executing large scale data analytic programs
• Working knowledge of the 2nd line of defense functions (e.g. compliance, risk management).
• Experience using a Bloomberg Terminal

Salary Range: 190000-240000 USD Annually + Benefits + Bonus

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.

We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation, [Exempt roles only], paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.