Manager, External Audit

Overview The role is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the coordination, and end to end completion, of all External Audits and accountability for the GS007 program.  This role will be key in build the profile of the team in the organisation and develop strong relationships with key stakeholders.  It will be expected that they will contribute ideas to the development and implementation of a robust external audit framework in addition to providing constructive recommendations focused on internal control as well as value add recommendations to help the business achieve its objectives. The role will form part of, and collaboratively contribute to, the Risk, Compliance, Controls & Assurance team that is responsible for the overall management of all activities that form part of our Control, Assurance and Governance frameworks within RSS.  This role will work closely with the Manager, First Line Risk Management and Senior Manager, Risk & Governance to actively drive down Risk within our business with support and direction from the Head of Risk, Compliance, Controls & Assurance.
  Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities Strategic Focus

• Plan and align with Head of Risk, Compliance, Controls & Assurance to drive forward with governance and framework for External Audits, including GS007
• Align with other teams within Risk, Compliance, Controls & Assurance to push forward with our ‘Risk as a mindset’ approach  

Operational Management

• Coordination of all External Audit activity across RSS
• GS007 and CSA testing and actions
• Reporting & tracking on all control activity including recommendations to drive improvement
• Insight from External Audits and control failures to help drive forward continuous improvement
• Control of client specific activity for AustralianSuper SLA Audit, Letter & Data Integrity Attestations and others as required
• Preparation of clear, concise and timely audit reports.
• Maintain effective relationships with management including agreement of audit scopes, clearance of audit reports (including appropriate management actions) and offering management on-going support and guidance where appropriate
• Assist in coordinating and executing the External Audit follow up.
• Manage client expectations through the timely and quality delivery of services
• Oversee accurate, timely and efficient execution of tasks to agreed timeframes and standards
• Provide regular reporting to the Senior Leadership team; using inference to inform and support strategic activities

People Leadership

• Ability to uplift capability and develop staff 
• Support staff to ensure they are meeting all required auditing principles
• Communicate effectively so staff are all clearly working towards same objectives and aligned to the needs of the business, with the ability to adapt and shift as needed
• Lead and manage a highly effective team; equipping staff with the necessary motivation, tools, training, and oversight to complete their duties

Governance & Risk

• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements
• Work closely, and align with Manager, First Line Risk Governance and Senior Manager, Risk & Governance
• Support MUFG Pension & Market Services assurance programs that deliver effective risk management and compliance practices

Experience & Personal Attributes

• Significant experience in the underlying functions and structure of GRC 
• A proven ability to coordinate and manage several External Audits, including GS007 and CSA testing, at one time with the ability to prioritise accordingly
• Experience managing end to end audits is a significant advantage
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and connections with, major audit firms 
• Personal commitment to, and visible role modelling of, the organisation's behaviours and values.   
• A Risk mindset, with extensive knowledge of Superannuation legislation and regulations. 
• Ability to review and develop strong understanding of complex processes as well as develop recommendation to improve the controls over such processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong stakeholder management experience and ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Understanding of internal control frameworks and how they work within our business with a view to help drive, shift and change these as required to meet overall business objectives

   

MUFG Pension & Market Services is a global, digitally enabled business that empowers a brighter future by connecting millions of people with their assets – safely, securely and responsibly. 

Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences. 

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