Internal Audit Principal

The Auditor Principal position is responsible for leading global financial and governance audits and providing leadership and direction to the assigned audit team.  The position works independently on all phases of the audit process providing guidance to the assigned team members and the department demonstrating technical proficiency in multiple domains. The principal performs complex assignments within the context of audit engagements including the following responsibilities: identify and evaluate risk, develop audit programs, execute complex audit program steps, lead and direct the audit team, identify, and communicate issues, provide recommendations for improvements in efficiency and effectiveness, and provide written and oral feedback relative to the engagement. Works with Management in developing action plans to ensure identified risks are effectively mitigated.

What you do

• Assess design of financial and governance processes and solutions demonstrating understanding of risks and controls within the respective areas.
• Develop audit programs to effectively test the design and operational effectiveness of the system of internal controls.
• Lead the assigned global team resources to ensure timely completion of audit work.
• Act as liaison between the audit and finance or governance functions leading discussions and ensuring understanding and knowledge transfer.
• Perform complex audit activities within the finance and governance areas.
• Identify and communicate issues.
• Provide recommendations for improvement of the internal control environment including efficiency and effectiveness of the operations.
• Collaborate with management on the development of action plans to ensure risks are mitigated appropriately.
• Manage issue follow-up and escalation as appropriate.
• Act as technical advisor financial controls and governance topics for audit team members.
• Ensure assigned audits are conducted within audit standards and are appropriately documented and supported.

What you bring

• Knowledge of audit methodology and internal control systems.
• Understanding of the existing process landscape, standards, organization, and relevant products and services.
• Background in finance related function, insurance business, risk management etc. are an advantage
• University degree in accounting, economics, business administration or equivalent
• Data-mining, AI, analytical skills and root-cause analysis.
• Demonstrated executive presence and good communication skills are essential
• Ability to understand auditee’s perspective and ability to listen
• Team spirit, self-motivation and a proactive and committed working style.
• Ability to interact in a global work environment with people from different countries and cultures. 
• Willingness to travel
• 5 years experience required: Audit
• 5 years experience required: Finance or Governance Audit
• 8-10 years experience preferred
• Four year degree required. Holds applicable certification (e.g. CPA, CIA, CRISK)

Locations

• Hybrid, 3 days/week on-site in Minneapolis,MN

What we offer

We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working.

We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes health insurance, company bonus scheme, 401(K) with company match, company paid holidays, paid time off, paid volunteer days, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, an employee shares program and employee discounts From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered

The annualized base pay range for this role is $105,000-135,000. The annual base salary range represents a nationwide market range. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role, and the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate. The base pay is just one component of the ATA total compensation package. As part of our comprehensive compensation and highly rated benefits programs, ATA also offers eligibility for an incentive-based annual bonus.

About Allianz Technology

Allianz Technology is the global IT service provider for Allianz and delivers IT solutions that drive the digitalization of the Group. With more than 12,000 employees located in 51 countries around the globe, Allianz Technology works together with other Allianz entities in pioneering the digitalization of the financial services industry

We oversee the full digitalization spectrum – from one of the industry’s largest IT infrastructure projects that includes data centers, networking and security, to application platforms that span from workplace services to digital interaction. In short, we deliver full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation

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