Internal Auditor

The Manager of Internal Controls will play a key role in designing, implementing, and monitoring the firm’s first internal control framework across its asset management business. This individual will partner with business leaders, finance, operations, and technology teams to ensure a robust control environment aligned with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, documentation, and enhancement of internal controls across investment management processes, including portfolio management, trading, valuation, and operations
• Oversee and execute compliance, including risk assessments, control testing, and deficiency remediation
• Evaluate control effectiveness for complex products such as private credit, real estate, hedge funds, and derivatives
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify key risks and implement appropriate mitigating controls
• Monitor and track control deficiencies, ensuring timely remediation and sustainable solutions
• Develop and maintain risk and control matrices (RCMs), policies, and procedures
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and control optimization
• Support new product launches by assessing risks and establishing control frameworks
• Prepare and present control-related reporting to senior management and governance committees

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred
• 3-6 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or internal controls within asset management or financial services
• Strong knowledge of COSO framework, and regulatory requirements
• Experience with alternative investments (e.g., private equity, hedge funds, real assets) highly preferred
• Solid understanding of front-to-back investment processes (trading, valuation, operations, reporting)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience with data analytics and audit tools
• Familiarity with control automation and system implementations

Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities