M Financial Group is a community of leaders comprising the best and brightest minds in our industry. By combining individuals’ expertise and skill, M Financial Group has become a powerful force committed to advancing the interests of our industry, communities, and clients for over 40 years. M’s solutions are rooted in the diverse expertise of our team, our collaborative approach to innovation and our comprehensive support.

We embrace a progressive, dynamic mindset for every role. M Financial Group provides a professional community that actively supports individuals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives who come together to build and support best-in-class solutions. If you’re looking to be a part of a high performing, collaborative, and dedicated team, M Financial Group is in search of our next Internal Audit Manager to join our team.

This position will work closely with management to identify the enterprises top risks and will be responsible for the successful and timely completion of various audits and other assurance and advisory engagements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Internal Audits

• Facilitate internal audit’s assessment of enterprise risks and assist in the development and execution of the internal audit plan.
• Scope, plan and execute operational, compliance, and information technology audits, including the supervision of other engagement team members.
• Perform, document, and/or review risk assessments, control design assessments, and tests of operating effectiveness.
• Identify issues, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities, and provide value-add remediation and improvement recommendations.
• Draft audit reports and results presentations, and lead or participate in the presentation of results to senior management.
• Monitor outstanding audit issues for remediation progress and perform, document, and/or review issue remediation effectiveness assessments.
• Develop and maintain trusted working relationships with business partners and stakeholders, and provide consultation regarding risks and controls.
• Stay abreast of emerging risks and industry best practices, and ensure internal audit engagements align with and support the organizations strategic initiatives.

Assessment of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

• Partner with management stakeholders and M’s external auditor and ensure the timely completion of the annual ICFR assessment and continual improvement of the organization’s ICFR program.
• Perform, document, and/or review assessments of control design and operating effectiveness; identify control exceptions and improvement opportunities, and provide feedback regarding appropriate solutions.
• Collaborate with management to evaluate ICFR deficiencies and perform (independent) severity assessments and remediation effectiveness testing.
• Monitor the status of the annual ICFR assessment and provide periodic updates and reporting.
• Collaborate with ERM to identify enterprise risks and perform independent assessments of the effectiveness of the ERM function and the organization’s respective risk mitigation activities.

Internal Audit Program and Other Responsibilities

• Understand and effectively communicate how internal audit supports the organization and assists management in pursuit of the company’s strategic goals.
• Evaluate internal audit policies, processes, and procedures, and propose and implement enhancements in alignment with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) new Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Mentor, coach, and develop other internal audit team members.
• Plan and lead ad hoc consulting and advisory engagements or other technical reviews, as assigned.
• Enhance reporting and analytics capabilities, and help internal audit develop a formal independent risk assessment framework.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or another relevant field
• CIA or CPA certification required, CISA certification preferred
• Minimum of five years of progressive relevant experience, with at least three years in a supervisory capacity
• Knowledge of the IIA’s International Professional Practices Framework and Global Internal Audit Standards
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, set and achieve goals, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications required; SharePoint experience a plus
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders inside and outside of the organization

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience, knowledge, and skills.
You will also be eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus.

M Financial offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical/Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Modern Health (Mental Health Therapy and Coaching)
• Empathy (Bereavement Support)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• FSA (Health and Dependent Care)
• HSA (for qualified medical plan)
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• 401(k) Match
• Tuition Assistance

JOB CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

• Normal office environment/desk assignment
• Extensive use of PC’s, computer terminal, display, keyboard, and mouse
• Extensive hands-on work with documents, spreadsheets, and other written documents
• Minimal travel (less than 5%)

This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.

M Financial is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.