Professional Practices Internal Auditor

Company: Mizuho Americas
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: January 21, 2023

Job Description:

About the TeamThe Internal Audit Department Americas (IADA) provides internal audit services to the branches, representative offices and agencies of Mizuho Bank, Ltd. in the Americas, and to Mizuho Bank (USA) and related subsidiaries. IADA's mission is to act as an independent, objective assurance and consulting function, designed to add value and improve Mizuho Bank's U.S. operations including derivative activities, broker dealer and swap dealer businesses. Based in the New York Metro area, IADA staff members perform various audits of different business areas of the bank to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes. Along with its counterparts in London, Hong Kong and Singapore, IADA reports to and composes the overseas arm of MHBK's Internal Audit Division (IAD). SummaryDirector Position supporting IADA by coordinating and managing the Talent Management framework, supporting the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program, and assisting with audit planning and other administrative tasks including reporting and regulatory affairs.Job DescriptionUnder the direction of the Executive Director, Head of Professional Practices, lead and manage the talent management activities for IADA including managing and aggregating performance reviews, career progression, and learning and development activities for IADA staff.Manage the maintenance of job descriptions, performance standards, skills inventories, and performance appraisal methods.Collaborate with Learning and Development to develop, lead, and coordinate IADA methodology trainingAggregate and manage feedback for IADA team members regarding performance, provide hands-on coaching, and manage their continuing professional development.Supporting the head of Quality Assurance with executing the Quality Assurance and Improvement Program including:Conduct tollgate meetings and in-flight quality assurance reviews with audit teamsReview and update IADA policies and procedures as necessary, to reflect changes in IADA practices and to ensure they align to current industry and regulatory expectations.Assist with IADA group-wide audit planning and administrative tasks including:Create various internal reports and submit to key stakeholders and/or governance forums in a timely manner.Assist IADA management in satisfying information requests made by supervisory authorities, audit committee members and external auditors.Periodically review and update Internal Audit methodologies and trainings to ensure continuous improvement and consistency with industry standards, regulatory expectations, and laws.Review quarterly continuous monitoring reports and provide feedback to IADA group leadership.QualificationsHolds a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in business, accounting, finance, economics, computer science or management information systems. May also hold an advanced or specialized degree and/or a professional certification (e.g., MBA, CPA, CA, CIA, CISA, CFE) or license relevant to the profession.Demonstrates a sound understanding of the financial services industry, including talent management, audit, financial, or risk management. Possesses at a minimum 10 to 15 years of relevant work experience, including internal auditing or external auditing, risk management, and compliance.Has knowledge and experience with internal audit risk assessments, risk-based audit methodology and training, quality assurance practices, internal controls, and auditing techniques.Has excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as strong relationship building skills with ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.Demonstrates ability to evaluate talent and identify skill gaps and training needs.Demonstrates ability to interact directly with senior audit leadership including metrics reporting.Other requirementsMizuho has in place a remote working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory OverviewMizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho's operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at Bank Ltd. offers a competitive total rewards package.We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.We participate in the E-Verify program.We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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