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Internal Audit Intern Summer 2019

Summary
The work of Internal Audit varies and is critical to the organization. The Intern will perform a variety of assurance and consulting services to assist the Internal Audit Department in reviewing the design and operating effectiveness of financial, operational, and compliance controls; reviewing administrative policies and procedures to assure compliance with management’s stated objectives; and assessing compliance with governmental and regulatory rules and regulations.
 
Organization
The Intern will report to the Senior Auditor, Internal Audit. He/she will work with other members of the Internal Audit Department and consultants when performing assigned work. Internal Audit interacts with all levels of management throughout the entire organization.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
The range of tasks to be performed may include, but may not be limited to, the following: 
  • Participating in entry to intermediate level audits, reviews, or analysis of transactions in execution of the annual audit plan.
  • Understanding financial and operational processes, including the relevant risks and controls.
  • Assisting in the evaluation of the internal control environment over compliance with Company policies and procedures.
  • Interacting with management to build business relationships.
  • Communicating noted issues, risks, and control deficiencies to the Audit Senior, Internal Audit or Director, Internal Audit in an effective manner.
  • Providing observations for control and operational improvements to ensure risks are adequately mitigated.
  • Testing the operational effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and documenting results.
  • Assisting with the research and analyses of complex information, as deemed necessary
  • Other duties related to Internal Audit services, as assigned.
 
Experience and Education
  • Accounting or Finance degree major
  • GPA of 3.0 or greater (on a 4.0 scale) within major
  • Interest in a career within financial services industry preferred

Skills and Abilities
  • Strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills
  • Highly motivated and demonstrated ability to take initiative
  • Ability to work as part of a team with professionals at all levels
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Intermediate/advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word)
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to create complete and accurate documentation of work performed

Other
This position will require a limited amount of travel within the U.S.