Description

Join J.P. Morgan's Internal Audit Department and contribute to our mission of enhancing and protecting the firm. The JP Morgan Chase Audit Department reports to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and is further accountable to the Chairman and CEO, senior management and regulatory agencies. Audit is an independent risk assessment function established within the organization to evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of management's system of internal control.

As an Audit Senior Associate in the APAC Private Banking (PB) Audit Team, you will be responsible for assessing the design and effectiveness of the internal control environment of APAC PB business. The Senior Associate position is where you will be accountable for planning and executing audits. You will have the opportunity to work with colleagues and business stakeholders in your location and across the globe in delivering these audits. Your contributions will be essential in safeguarding the firm's reputation and supporting its strategic objectives in the dynamic world of wealth management.

Job responsibilities:

• Lead and execute audits efficiently including audit planning, audit testing, control evaluation, report drafting, work paper documentation and follow up and verification of issue closure. This is conducted in accordance with department and professional standards.
• Support global audit team to evaluate, test and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls.
• Identify emerging risks and control issues and reporting them to audit management.
• Document audit workpapers and reports with minimal supervisions by the Audit Manager.
• Communicate audit issues and results clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form, and effectively influence the reporting process.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with key business stakeholders.
• Take ownership of self-development, including stretch assignments, to prepare for greater responsibilities and career growth, and take initiative to seek out opportunity for continued learning
• Stay updated with evolving regulatory, industry and market events impacting the firm's risk organization, particularly those unique to the region.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Minimum 5 years of internal or external auditing/ compliance/ risk and control experience, or relevant business experience in Private Banking industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• Understanding and working knowledge of APAC laws, rules and regulations.
• Ability to lead audits, work effectively within a matrix organization, manage multiple projects and participate in audit assignments in a team environment.
• Good understanding of internal control concepts and audit methodology with the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy and effectiveness of controls.
• Proficiency in risk assessment, issue/impact analysis and executive report preparation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required with ability to present complex and sensitive issues to senior management.
• Proven ability to be able to multi-task, complete projects on time and on budget, and adjust to changing priorities.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Professional qualifications such as CPA, CIA, FRM
• Proficiency in both verbal and written Chinese to liaise with Chinese speaking stakeholders
• Strong data analytics skills using Excel, Alteryx, Python and other similar tools

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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