Senior Internal Auditor

• Execute audit workstreams across financial operational compliance and information technology reviews applying sound audit judgment throughout planning execution and reporting
• Perform walkthroughs of complex business and information technology processes and independently assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls. Evaluate synthesize and interpret audit evidence against defined criteria to identify root causes key risk themes and meaningful insights
• Develop clear risk-focused observations and practical recommendations that articulate business impact and drive corrective action
• Effectively apply the COSO internal control framework COBIT IT governance framework IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and US GAAP accounting principles.
• Assist audit management with the execution of continuous risk assessment and audit plan development
• Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner by proactively identifying improvement opportunities and emerging risks

• Action-oriented self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and in teams with a demonstrated ability to deliver end-to-end audit projects on time with a high degree of quality.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose problems determine root causes and recommend pragmatic solutions to complex challenges
• Strong capability in risk identification risk assessment and control design and evaluation
• Solid knowledge of internal auditing standards accounting and business principles and computerized financial and operational systems
• Undergraduate degree in accounting business information technology management information systems or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of internal or external audit experience.
• Understanding of the technical aspects of accounting and financial reporting

• Experience in working for a Big 4 or Tier-Two public accounting firm is highly preferred
• Professional accreditation (e.g. CIA CPA CISA) is highly preferred
• Experience in performing data analytics and using data extraction and analysis software such as Alteryx Microsoft 365 (e.g. Excel advanced analytics Power BI Power Automate SharePoint) or similar platforms to support audit execution risk analysis or process improvement
• Demonstrated interest in innovation including the application of data analytics automation or emerging technologies to enhance audit quality and efficiency
• Exposure to auditing or assessing risks related to advanced technologies including artificial intelligence machine learning automation or complex data-driven systems
• Exceptionally curious adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity and change in a dynamic environment
• Highly collaborative with a strong ability to partner cross-functionally on detail-oriented initiatives
• Excellent project management presentation and storytelling skills including the ability to tailor messages to different audiences and clearly articulate the business impact of findings to stakeholders

• Financial Health
  
  • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Physical Health
  
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
  • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
• Emotional Health
  
  • Trust-Based Time Off
  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
  • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Health
  
  • Charitable Matching Gifts program
  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
  • Paid volunteering days
  • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

What We Do

At Morningstar we believe in building great products in-house in a highly collaborative agile environment where we focus on technical excellence the user experience and continuous improvement. Our technologists represent a range of skills and experience levels but they all view their work as a craft and push technology’s boundaries.

Why Work With Us

Imagining big things is in our blood -- it's transformed us from a company with just a few employees in 1984 to a leading independent investment research company with a worldwide presence today. As of April 2020 we acquired Sustainalytics to drive long-term meaningful outcomes for investors in the ESG space. Join us on this exciting journey!

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