Krollbondratingagency
Head of Internal Audit (NY)
New York, New York. Posted 3 months ago
The role
The Head of Internal Audit will lead and develop the firm's global internal audit function. This person will provide independent assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls.
What you will do
- Enhance and execute KBRA's global internal audit strategy, program and framework
- Develop and execute a risk-based audit plan
- Promote audit methodologies consistent with IIA standards, IOSCO Code of Conduct, and industry best practices
- Provide independent assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls
- Report audit findings, risks, and control issues to senior management and the Board/Audit Committee
- Oversee and track remediation of audit findings
- Lead audits across operational, regulatory, and technology areas
- Assess risks across core activities, including the credit rating process and related infrastructure
- Maintain a continuous risk assessment process
- Serve as a key contact for internal audit matters with regulators and external stakeholders
Required qualifications
- 12+ years in internal audit, risk management, or related fields in a financial services setting
- Experience leading or significantly enhancing an internal audit function
- Strong background in risk-based audit programs and control frameworks
- Experience engaging with senior executives, boards/audit committees and regulators
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity
- CPA
- CIA
- CISA
Benefits
- A flexible hybrid work schedule – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in the office
- Competitive benefits and paid time off
- Paid family and disability leave
- 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
- Educational and professional development financial assistance
- Employee referral bonus program
About the company
KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered in the U.S., the EU and the UK, and is designated to provide structured finance ratings in Canada.