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Associate Director, Internal Audit
FactSetAssociate Director leading risk-based internal audits for FactSet’s financial data and analytics platform. Advising executives and the Audit Committee on governance, controls, and enterprise risk.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading risk-based audits across various business functions, with a strong focus on governance, risk management, and internal controls. Capable of providing strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership while fostering relationships with key stakeholders.
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Internal Audit LeadershipRisk Management ExpertiseGovernance and Compliance KnowledgeData Analytics in AuditingCPA or CIA Certification
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Hard Skills
Risk AssessmentAudit MethodologiesControl EvaluationAudit ReportingOperational Efficiency AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceFinancial Risk AssessmentProject ManagementData-Driven AuditingContinuous Improvement Initiatives
Soft Skills
Relationship ManagementInfluencing Senior ExecutivesAnalytical Problem-SolvingEffective CommunicationTeam Leadership
Certifications & Qualifications
CPACIA
Industry Keywords
SOXCOSOERM FrameworksPublicly Traded CompanyRegulated Industry
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of risk-based audits across Finance, Human Resources, Enterprise Risk Management, Operations, Procurement, Commercial, and Corporate Services
- Oversee audit engagements from risk assessment through reporting and issue validation
- Evaluate governance, risk management, and internal control processes independently
- Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and emerging risks and recommend practical solutions
- Support development and maintenance of the annual risk assessment and audit plan
- Monitor business, regulatory, and industry changes to identify emerging risks and audit priorities
- Assess strategic, financial, operational, compliance, and reputational risks
- Provide risk trends and control effectiveness insights to executive management
- Build relationships with executive leadership, business partners, and key stakeholders
- Advise on risk and control matters while maintaining auditor independence and objectivity
- Facilitate discussions on audit observations, root causes, remediation strategies, and risk mitigation plans
- Present audit results and key risk themes to senior management and governance committees
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of internal audit professionals
- Drive performance management, coaching, succession planning, and resource allocation
- Promote data analytics and innovative audit techniques
- Prepare audit reports communicating key risks and recommendations
- Monitor and report audit issue remediation and control environment health
- Provide quarterly updates and risk reporting to executive leadership and the Audit Committee
- Support regulatory examinations, external audits, and governance initiatives
- Enhance audit methodologies, tools, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
- Drive data-driven auditing and continuous risk monitoring
- Benchmark internal audit practices against industry standards
- Contribute to the strategic direction and maturity of the Internal Audit function
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
- 12+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Public Accounting, Regulatory, or a related assurance function
- Significant experience leading audits across multiple business functions including Finance, Human Resources, Operations, and Enterprise Risk
- Strong understanding of governance, risk management, internal controls, and audit methodologies
- Demonstrated success managing complex audit portfolios and leading teams
- Ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior executives and board-level stakeholders
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, and relationship management skills
- Experience developing risk-based audit plans and executing audits in dynamic business environments
- CPA, CIA, or other relevant professional certification (desired)
- Experience within a publicly traded company, regulated industry, or large complex organization (desired)
- Knowledge of SOX, COSO, ERM frameworks, and regulatory expectations (desired)
- Experience leveraging data analytics and technology-enabled auditing techniques (desired)
- Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives (desired)
- Strong executive presence and ability to provide strategic, risk-focused insights (desired)
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health, life, and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plans
- Discounted employee stock purchase program
- Paid time off for holidays
- Family leave
- Company-wide wellness days
- Flexible work accommodations
- Career progression planning with dedicated time each month for learning and development
- Business Resource Groups open to all employees
- Opportunity to join an S&P 500 company with over 45 years of sustainable growth
- Global community dedicated to volunteerism and sustainability