Lead and execute IT, security, operational, and SOX audits; test ITGC and SDLC controls; document findings and recommend remediation; supervise staff and consult with management using established audit frameworks.
The Group:
Reporting to the Board of Directors, Morningstar's Global Audit and Assurance is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the company's operations. Global Audit and Assurance helps the company accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
The Role:
Morningstar's Global Audit and Assurance seeks a highly motivated Senior IT Internal Auditor who thrives on new experiences and challenges. As a Senior IT Internal Auditor, you will play an integral role in evaluating the company's information technology and information security processes and effectiveness of internal controls. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of operational, information technology, and compliance reviews as well as evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over external financial reporting as part of the company's Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance activities. The position is based at the company's headquarters in Chicago. You will work closely with all levels of management across the organization, recommending changes to strengthen controls for increased efficiencies and reduced risks. The Senior IT Internal Auditor will have the opportunity to utilize and reference world-class audit tools and audit methodologies in the performance of his or her duties.
This position is based in our Chicago office and follows our hybrid schedule, 4 days/week in office.
Job responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Nice to have:
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
Total Cash Compensation Range
$95,275.00-139,741.66
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, Morningstar's Global Audit and Assurance is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the company's operations. Global Audit and Assurance helps the company accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
The Role:
Morningstar's Global Audit and Assurance seeks a highly motivated Senior IT Internal Auditor who thrives on new experiences and challenges. As a Senior IT Internal Auditor, you will play an integral role in evaluating the company's information technology and information security processes and effectiveness of internal controls. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of operational, information technology, and compliance reviews as well as evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over external financial reporting as part of the company's Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 compliance activities. The position is based at the company's headquarters in Chicago. You will work closely with all levels of management across the organization, recommending changes to strengthen controls for increased efficiencies and reduced risks. The Senior IT Internal Auditor will have the opportunity to utilize and reference world-class audit tools and audit methodologies in the performance of his or her duties.
This position is based in our Chicago office and follows our hybrid schedule, 4 days/week in office.
Job responsibilities:
- Assist with the planning, management, and execution of operational, information technology, and compliance-related reviews.
- Perform walkthroughs of complex information technology and information security processes and test the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Document work and assist in the preparation of observations and recommendations for corrective action.
- Supervise audit staff and external consultants, review workpapers, and provide appropriate coaching and feedback.
- Effectively apply the COSO internal control framework, COBIT IT governance framework, NIST Cyber Security Framework and IIA International Professional Practices Framework.
- Serve as a consultant and business partner with management.
Qualifications:
- Action-oriented, self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable working both independently or in teams and working within a complex environment.
- Ability to diagnose problems, determine root causes, and recommend solutions to complex challenges.
- Strong understanding of information technology general computer controls, system development life cycle, and IT auditing techniques; including a broad knowledge of IT technologies, operating systems, databases, and application platforms.
- Knowledge of recognized IT audit and governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, NIST, ISO, etc.
- Undergraduate degree in accounting, information technology, management information systems, or a related field.
- Four or more years of internal or external audit experience assessing information technology/security controls and/or internal controls over financial reporting.
- Proven ability to manage people and projects, and actively develop team members.
- Willingness to travel to domestic and international offices.
Nice to have:
- Experience in working for a Big 4 or Tier-Two public accounting firm preferred.
- Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a plus.
- Experience performing data analytics and using data analysis or automated audit software is a plus.
- Professional accreditation (e.g., CISA, CISM) is a plus.
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
- Financial Health
- 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
- Stock Ownership Potential
- Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
- Physical Health
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
- Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
- Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
- Emotional Health
- Trust-Based Time Off
- 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
- 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
- Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
- Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Social Health
- Charitable Matching Gifts program
- Dollars for Doers volunteer program
- Paid volunteering days
- 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Total Cash Compensation Range
$95,275.00-139,741.66
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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