Job Description
This role is for an experienced audit professional to join the Commercial and Investment Banking Business Audit Team reporting regionally into Audit Manager or Director outside India.
Job Summary
As a Commercial and Investment Banking Audit Associate within our global audit team, you will be tasked with evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the control environment across our Markets business activities in various regions. This will be accomplished through a risk-based audit coverage program, managed and executed by a team of business and technology audit specialists. You will be involved in audit engagements, performing and documenting audit testing, and partnering closely with global Audit colleagues and business stakeholders. Your role will require you to use your judgment to enhance internal controls. This position offers you the chance to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Commercial and Investment Banking Markets business, specifically in areas such as Commodities, Currencies and Emerging Markets, Digital Markets, Credit Trading, and Securitized Product Group businesses, including electronic trading.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in all aspects of audit activities including risk assessments, audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, issue drafting, and follow up and verification of issue closure, in close partnership with and support of senior auditors and/or audit managers, and ensuring audit assignments are completed timely and within budget.
- Work closely with global Markets audit colleagues in the early identification of emerging control issues and reporting them timely to Audit management and business stakeholders and meet deliverables and adhering to department standards.
- Stay up-to-date with evolving industry changes and market events impacting Markets business.
- Develop recommendations to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency
- Take ownership of self-development, including stretch assignments, to prepare for greater responsibilities and career growth, and take initiative to seek out opportunity for continued learning
- Implement and execute an effective program of continuous auditing for assigned areas, including monitoring of key metrics to identify control issues and adverse trends.
- Stay up-to-date with evolving industry/regulatory developments impacting the business and demonstrate technical competency.
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Minimum 5 years of internal or external auditing experience, or relevant business experience.
- Minimum Bachelor's degree (or relevant financial services experience)
- Ability to operate as an effective auditor, you will have a solid understanding of internal control concepts and the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of controls for a given set of risks
- Experience with internal audit methodology and applying concepts in audit delivery and execution
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; adept at presenting complex and sensitive issues to senior management
- Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to establish credibility and build partnerships with senior business and control partners, while also influencing the actions of the business to improve its control environment.
- Strong analytical skills, particularly in regard to assessing the probability and impact of an internal control weakness along with proven ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively and drive efficiency with existing technical infrastructure through automation while embracing the innovative opportunities offered by new technologies
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Chartered Accountant or equivalent, Certified Internal Auditor, and/or Advanced Degree in Finance or Accounting
- Relevant working experience in Markets business.
About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
The Audit department provides independent assessments to evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of our governance, risk management and internal controls. The team's priorities are focused on strong governance, transparency, strategic engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture that develops our talent.
