Audit Manager

Description:

Marsh McLennan is seeking candidates for the following position based in Melbourne office:

Internal Audit Manager

What can you expect?

We are looking for a talented and motivated Audit Manager to join the team in Melbourne. The mission of the Internal Audit Department is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve Marsh McLennan's operations.

In this role you will help Marsh McLennan accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. This is a great opportunity for an auditor coming from either a corporate or consulting background looking to gain broader exposure to financial, operational, compliance and technology audits.

What is in it for you?

• Join the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy, and people.
• Gain exposure across all of the group's business segments including insurance and reinsurance broking, investment management and consulting.
• Professional environment where your career path really matters and is supported in our global organisation.
• Hybrid working- 3 days a week in the office.

• Lead audits of the organisation's financial, operational, compliance and technology controls to identify areas of risk and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure that audit activities are conducted in accordance with established standards and procedures, including the Institute of Internal Auditors' International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Take overall responsibility for the audit cycle, including detailed planning, executing control testing, producing the audit report.
• Demonstrate effective project management to ensure the timely completion of audits.
• Assess risk and controls thoroughly, developing conclusions on risks and controls which are insightful, and supported by evidence.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with impact, including producing clear planning materials and concise audit reports.
• Interact with stakeholders, providing insights and information related to internal control issues and risk management.
• Monitor the implementation of audit actions and oversee the follow up of any outstanding issues.
• Stay up to date on developments in the field of internal auditing and recommend changes to audit practices and procedures as needed.
• Counsel, direct, supervise and formally evaluate the audit engagement team. Review their work on a timely basis for adequacy and possible improvements.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, technology or a related field.
• Fully qualified accounting/finance/audit professional designations (e.g. CPA, CFA, CIMA, CIA).
• 6 years+ experience in internal auditing, including managerial activities.
• Investments or superannuation industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards and practices, as well as risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess risks and develop effective audit plans and recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven project management experience with the ability to exercise discretion, work independently within broad guidelines, tactfully handle sensitive and confidential data and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• The desire and ability to coach and manage several associate managers /senior /staff auditors.
• Experience with data analytics and audit automation tools preferred.
• Willingness to travel.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company's 85,000 colleagues advise clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $20 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh provides data-driven risk advisory services and insurance solutions to commercial and consumer clients. Guy Carpenter develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and well-being for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a criminal record check prior to commencement of employment.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person. Note: the changes to our hybrid work policy do not apply to officially designated remote workers and are subject to any works council or local legal requirement.

At Marsh we recognise that our people have different priorities and commitments. We are passionate about providing an inclusive workplace that supports all of our employees in managing those priorities, and we celebrate the diversity of all the family groups that make up our extended Marsh family. Marsh is proud to be an accredited Family Friendly Workplace, and a Work 180 endorsed employer. For information on the benefits and policies at Marsh visit www.work180.com and search "Marsh" under endorsed employers.