Skills and Competencies

• 5+ years of relevant audit experience (preferably in a Big 4 accounting firm and/or a global organization) within an audit, risk or control role.
• Good knowledge of internal controls, internal controls framework and risk standards (e.g., COSO, ISO, NIST, DORA, etc.), Sarbanes Oxley Act, regulations pertaining to the financial services industry, GAAP and financial systems and related technology
• Understanding of the Risk Assessment process
• Ability to lead meetings with stakeholders as well as the IA management team
• Experience drafting reports/memos/recommendations to stakeholders
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite is required; experience with GRC tools is preferred  
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.  
• Candidate should be innovative, result-oriented and should be able to demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal, persuasion, leadership, team management, project management and critical thinking skills.
• Experience working on Integrated Audits, as well as a solid understanding of ITGC areas.
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible, ethical AI use.

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• CPA, CA, CIA or equivalent professional qualification required

Responsibilities

The Internal Audit Manager manages the day-to-day execution of integrated financial, operational, and regulatory audits. 

• Lead moderately complex audit projects, from planning to reporting, utilizing a risk-based approach. Prepares and communicates audit testing methodology, develops audit engagement budget and timelines, supervises and/or executes audit fieldwork.
• Confirm audit observations with management, including agreement of the facts around potential issues, develop the ‘why do we care’ for audit issues, and collaborate with stakeholders to develop meaningful recommendations and prepare a draft audit report.
• Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates a strong understanding of risk and controls across a variety of risk areas. Maintains an understanding of the financial, operational, and technology processes, risks and controls related to Moody's business. Ability to identify key risks and leading practices for the area under review.
• Stakeholder Relationships: Develops relationships with audit stakeholders, manages stakeholder expectations and aligns audit projects based on stakeholder objectives of the area under review. Runs meetings with stakeholders and has persuasive conversations around the ‘why do we care’ for audit issues. Supports team leads in educating stakeholders on best practices in governance, risk and control.
• Data Analytics: Continuously expands knowledge of data analytics and use of technology to enhance audit testing, identify opportunities for continuous monitoring and repeatable test plans. Capable of performing intermediate-level data analytics functions within Excel or equivalent applications (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
• Assists in developing or supporting other IA deliverables (i.e., local/regional regulatory requests, board materials, etc.).
• Leads and/or supports the execution of innovative solutions on projects and supports the IA management team in overall change management.
• Assists with enhancing the Internal Audit Standards, processes, templates and audit techniques to increase overall efficiency and quality of internal audit delivery.
• Coaches junior staff members through the audit lifecycle, including communicating roles and expectations for the project team at the start of the project, reinforcing accountability of project deliverables, hours, cost and cycle time, developing test steps, reviewing workpapers and providing feedback. Acts as a role model by exemplifying high performance for team members.

About the Team

The Moody’s Internal Audit team is dedicated to providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services that add value and improve the Company’s operations and the effectiveness of its control, risk management, and compliance processes.