Brown Brothers Harriman

Senior Audit Manager, Capital Partners

Brown Brothers Harriman$130K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field required
  • 8-10+ years leading audit engagements within the financial services industry, particularly in asset management and wealth management audits
  • At least one professional audit certification required (CPA, CIA, CFIRS)
  • Prior managerial experience strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of fiduciary regulations and experience with trust audits and regulatory examinations are desirable
  • Experience in project management
  • Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex issues to senior management

Responsibilities

  • Direct and review audit project team activities and collaborate on audit reports
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and develop audit team members
  • Provide leadership for team performance and individual development
  • Participate in complex audits and deliver industry expertise to team and management
  • Evaluate risks, controls, and procedures, ensuring effective management communication and monitoring
  • Follow up on identified issues and recommend corrective actions
  • Draft comprehensive audit reports detailing identified issues and recommendations

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with a minimum of three days per week in the New York City office
  • Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and professional development opportunities
  • Profit-sharing opportunities and discretionary bonuses based on performance
  • Focus on employee well-being through various support programs
Full Job Description
Brown Brothers Harriman is currently recruiting for a Senior Audit Manager to join our Internal Audit team. As a Senior Audit Manager, you will work with middle-to-senior management to facilitate the identification and resolution of risk and control issues. You will also manage the work of project-specific teams (including multi-disciplined teams working on cross-enterprise matters) and provide supervision and direction. You will be responsible for overseeing multiple project teams simultaneously and providing ongoing progress reports to business line and audit management.

This role will support audits for our Capital Partners (private wealth management) line of business.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Direct and review the activities of the audit project team and work collaboratively on audit reports
  • Recruit, train, supervise and develop the team
  • Provide overall leadership to the team in connection with performance of the work and personal development and growth
  • Participate in more complex audits and/or subject matter and deliver industry expertise and perspective to the team and management
  • Evaluate risks, controls, policies, and procedures and how management monitors, communicates, and mitigates risk
  • Follow up on identified issues and recommend corrective actions to ensure problem resolution
  • Propose and facilitate viable solutions to issues identified and refine and recommend alternatives proposed by members of the audit team
  • Draft complete audit reports that provide a clear description of issues identified, related implications to the business or company/Firm as a whole, and recommendations to resolve the issues
  • Maintain effective working relationships at all levels of management in client organizations
  • Escalate significant audit issues, set direction/communicate proposed manner of resolution of audit issues and concerns that have a significant impact
  • Present audit results and recommendations to senior management
  • Work with senior management to stay abreast of changes in the business and growth plans and provide strategic advice and counsel on risk-related matters


Role Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field of study required
  • 8-10+ years leading audit engagements within financial services industry, specifically in asset management and wealth management related audits, required
  • At least one professional audit certification required, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS)
  • Prior managerial experience strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of fiduciary regulations, experience with trust audits and regulatory examinations are desirable
  • Project management experience
  • Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills required with ability to present complex and sensitive issues to senior management


This role is based in our New York City location and is a hybrid role, with a minimum of three days per week in office.

Salary Range

$130k-$180k base salary + annual bonus target

BBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck-providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.

We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn't followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn't meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.

About Brown Brothers Harriman

Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. (BBH) is the oldest and largest private bank in the United States. Founded in 1818, BBH has been a leader in the financial industry for over 200 years. The company provides a wide range of financial services to individuals, families, and institutions, including wealth management, investment management, and private banking. BBH has offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia, and manages over $1.6 trillion in assets.
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