Associate, QA and Methodology

About this role

Role Description

Internal Audit (IA) serves as an independent assurance and advisory function at BlackRock that enhances and protects organizational value by providing risk based and objective assessment, advice, and insight. Our team is global, and our mandate is to objectively assess the adequacy and effectiveness of BlackRock's internal control environment to improve risk management, control, and governance processes. To maintain independence, IA reports directly to the Audit Committee of the BlackRock Inc. Board of Directors and administratively to the President of BlackRock, Inc.

SAO

Within IA, the Strategy, Analytics and Operations team (SAO) is responsible for platform operations and analytics, strategic initiatives, board reporting, audit methodology and quality assurance, as well as talent development and training for the group. This role will be focused primarily on our Quality Assurance (QA) program and methodology.

Role Description

The QA Associate's primary responsibilities will be coordinating and executing independent testing to assess adequacy of the audit process and adherence to IA methodology and framework. The QA Associate will be involved in the development of enhanced QA programs, and ongoing training programs and methodology initiatives for IA. Given how dynamic and fast growing the audit team is, this person will thrive in environment of rapid change, aspire for excellence, be enthusiastic about sharing ideas for improvements and be a self-starter. Superior verbal and written communications and the ability to foster strong relationships is critical.

The QA Associate will have the following responsibilities:

• Timely and accurate completion of QA testing across point-in-time audits, Audit Issues and Audit Action Verification, Risk Assessments, and Targeted topics
• Periodic refresh and development of QA testing programs
• Ongoing and ad hoc analysis and reporting (e.g., QA results and themes)
• Contribute to the development of audit methodology enhancements
• Contribute to the development of training and best practices for the Global IA Team
• Deliver training to audit teams as needed
• Participate in processes for onboarding new hires
• Provide methodology guidance and support to Audit team, as needed
• Lead process improvement projects, as needed
• Involvement in other ad hoc departmental initiatives, as needed

Skills/Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in finance, economics, accounting, or business management is preferred. BA/BS, or equivalent is required.
• A strong understanding of risk and audit methodology developed through at least 5 years of prior experience in internal audit and/or audit quality assurance is required

• Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to synthesize and articulate complex ideas with intellectual curiosity and healthy skepticism
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; accuracy and attention to detail
• Impactful project management and presentation (in person and virtual) skills
• Strong work ethic and commitment to develop and maintain effective and inclusive working relationships with IA team
• Familiarity with Excel, Tableau, Archer and AuditBoard preferred
• Proficient understanding of current regulatory and industry events impacting global financial services
• Relevant professional certifications are a plus (e.g., CIA, CFSA, CISA, CPA)

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock's current hybrid work model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while supporting increased flexibility for all employees. In line with local health guidance and regulations, employees are required to work at least 3 days in the office each week, with the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. The health, safety and well-being of our people will always be our top priorities; we will continue to monitor local conditions and health advisories in making decisions about our work environments.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

BlackRock will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of the law, including any applicable fair chance law.