Senior Internal Auditor (focused on financial processes)

Who we are
For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 3,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds.

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients.

SimCorp is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated into our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients.

Why this role is important to us
This position is part of a newly-established internal audit function in SimCorp. You will be reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, and the function reports directly to the CEO and the Audit & Risk Committee.
As Internal Auditor you will take part of planning and execution of risk-oriented audits with respect to compliance and efficiency of processes.
You will assess the governance and internal controls of financial processes to identify weaknesses and make recommendations to strengthens SimCorp’s ability to create, protect, and sustain valued operation and maintain compliance with best practice and standards.

What you will be responsible for

• Evaluating internal controls in financial processes
• Ensuring accuracy, legality, and conformity to financial standards
• Detecting discrepancies and fraud
• Take part in all phases of audits from planning, risk assessment, fieldwork and communicating results to management up to preparing audit reports and tracking action plans to validated completion
• Identify deficiencies and improvement opportunities in financial management and reporting as well as develop pragmatic approaches to solve problems
• Provide advice and audit support for line management for the implementation of adequate internal controls
• Assessing and ensuring the company’s compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies
• Proposing recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and identifying other areas of improvement

What we value (our requirements)

• Degree in Accounting, Business Administration and Auditing or similar relevant field
• 8+ years of professional experience of practical risk based auditing of financial accountant, or business accountant.
• A thorough understanding of key areas such as risk, compliance, and financial legislation.
• Proven knowledge of audit methodology on the basis of the provisions of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IPPF)
• Relevant professional certification such as CISM, CISSP or CIA preferred
• High analytical skills, methodical know-how and quick conceptual understanding of complex matters
• Fluent English and strong interpersonal skills

Next steps
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For any questions you are welcome to contact Alina Wiejak, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, at [email protected]
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