Sr. Manager - IT Internal Audit

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters – to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.

THE ROLE

Using discretion and judgment, the Senior Manager, IT Internal Audit manages information technology (IT) internal audit activities including IT audit planning, execution and reporting

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Directs all phases of the IT audit process including communication with auditees, audit planning and scope, audit programs, audit engagement budgeting, fieldwork and reporting to business unit management. Resolves complex issues that arise during the audit process.
• Monitors progress of individual IT audits and annual audit plan
• Develops and presents IT audit findings, audit plans and initiatives to business unit senior management.
• Executes short and long term internal audit plan, with a focus on IT audit engagements.
• Assists the Head of Internal Audit with the establishment of standards of engagement performance and individual auditor performance.
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant company, regulatory, information technology, industry and accounting and auditing standards and pronouncements.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 8 – 12 + years of combined internal/external IT audit experience including managing the IT audit function and its resources.
• BS or BS/BA in Information Technology, Business, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to present reports to senior business unit management.
• Thorough knowledge of IT auditing and accounting standards, concepts of internal control and the current regulatory environment.
• Ability to understand and evaluate systems and processes, including the development and implementation of technology initiatives.
• Ability and desire to manage and develop personnel.

PREFERRED SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA or other applicable professional designations.
• MBA or other relevant advanced degree.
• Business area management experience in addition to audit experience is a plus.
• Investment Management industry experience.

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At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.

• Generous time-off provided: including "Responsible time off" for many roles, paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed, plus paid volunteer time
• Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, adoption assistance, generous caregiver leave
• Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions
• Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement through our medical plans, fitness center discounts and more
• Life & Disability Benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan, Defined Contribution plan- 15% of base salary invested into the Plan, competitive total compensation programs

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

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