Analyst, Quality Assurance and Practices

About this role

Internal Audit

Internal Audit’s primary mission is to provide assurance to the Board of Directors and Executive Management that BlackRock’s businesses are well managed and meeting strategic, operational and risk management objectives. The team engages with senior leaders and all of BlackRock’s individual business units globally to understand and advise on the risks in their business, evaluate the effectiveness of key processes and assist in the design of best practices that can improve their results. Internal Audit reports directly to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, and our work builds confidence that BlackRock will meet its obligations to clients, shareholders, employees and other stakeholders.

Strategy, Analytics & Operations (SAO)

Our SAO team is responsible for coordinating activities and communication across global Internal Audit, managing and driving the strategic planning process, implementing process innovations, and ensuring appropriate policies/methodology and procedures are in place. The SAO team plays a meaningful part in the development and continuous improvement of the Global team. The team maintains independence from the other audit teams and does not participate in traditional audit reviews or issues management. 

New York

BlackRock's global headquarters at 50 Hudson Yards, NYC, offers state-of-the-art facilities including a cafeteria, amenity spaces, private sky lobbies, and impressive Hudson River views. 50 Hudson Yards offers direct access to the No. 7 Subway station and has entrances on Hudson Park & Boulevard, 10th Avenue, 33rd Street, and 34th Street. It is located two blocks from Penn Station.

Internal Audit Quality Assurance (QA) and Practices Analyst Responsibilities & Qualifications

The QA and Practices Analyst’s primary responsibilities will be supporting the independent testing and review of Internal Audit activities to assess adequacy of the audit process and adherence to methodology. The QA and Practices Analyst will be involved in the continuous development and enhancement of the mission-critical QA program, training programs, and methodology initiatives that involve collaborating within SAO and more broadly across Internal Audit. This person will thrive in environment of rapid change, aspire for excellence, be enthusiastic about sharing ideas for improvements and be a self-starter. Superior verbal and written communications and the ability to foster strong relationships is critical.

The QA and Practices Analyst will contribute to:

• All aspects of the Internal Audit QA program including:

  • Timely and accurate completion of QA testing across point-in-time audits, Audit Issues and Audit Action Verification, Risk Assessments, and Targeted topics

  • Periodic refresh and development of QA testing programs

  • Evolution and automation of the QA program

• Tracking and analysis of QA results including compilation of QA program reporting for management

• Development of training and best practices for the Global IA Team including onboarding for new hires

• Knowledge management of audit methodology, IIA standards, and applicable industry requirements including maintenance of methodology guidance and providing ad-hoc guidance and support to Audit team

• Process improvement projects including departmental initiatives, as needed

Skills/Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in finance, economics, accounting, or business management is preferred. BA/BS, or equivalent is required.

• Prior experience in Internal Audit is a plus.

• Strong communication (verbal, written, listening) and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational skills to execute against competing timelines

• Ability to synthesize and articulate complex ideas with intellectual curiosity and healthy skepticism

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; accuracy and attention to detail

• Impactful project management and presentation (in person and virtual) skills

• Strong work ethic and commitment to develop and maintain effective and inclusive working relationships with IA team

• Strong competency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint is required

• Knowledge of AuditBoard and Archer is a plus.

#EarlyCareers

 

For New York, NY Only the salary range for this position is USD$85,500.00 - USD$105,000.00 . Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, and benefits including heath care, leave benefits, and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your