IT Audit Consultant - Financial Services and Regulatory Practice

RSM McGladrey Inc., which is affiliated through an alternative practice structure with McGladrey & Pullen, LLP, is the nation's fifth largest firm providing accounting, tax, consulting and financially focused services to mid-sized businesses. Rapid growth in our Insurance Regulatory Insurance Consulting Practice group across the country has created the need to expand our national practice.

Position Overview

The IT Audit Consultant will work as part of a team to conduct objective and independent evaluations of Financial Services Company information technology activities to evaluate whether appropriate controls are in place and functioning effectively, that overall IT security is risk appropriate, that processing is efficient and accurate, and systems procedures are in conformity with company standards. This position has significant opportunity for advancement as well as personal and professional growth.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities
> Perform integrated audits and reviews of general IT controls, system access security, and application system controls to ensure the processes and data are in compliance with legal requirements on behalf of RSM McGladrey clients.
> Review and analyze risks inherent in technology operations underlying the business.
> Prepare, execute and document testing procedures and outcomes, perform detailed analysis and recognize relevant financial statement issues.
> Analyze IT environment including: operating systems, applications, infrastructure, policies and procedures, etc.
> Identify and communicate any control issues, process inefficiencies, or operational risks and recommend appropriate solutions.
> Responsible for timely submission of draft reports for supervisory review.
> Provide knowledge and guidance of insurance laws, rules, and regulations related to IT controls and remain abreast of emerging trends and best practices in the industry.
> Review and analyze new, proposed, or revised laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in order to interpret their meaning and determine impact to the company.

Qualifications
> BS in MIS, Computer Science, or Accounting; MBA and/or professional certification/s preferred
> Minimum of 3+ years professional experience in public accounting, preferably Big 4, and Financial Services/ Insurance Industry exposure
> CISA, CISSP, CPA designations preferred
> Strong understanding of information systems risk assessments and controls review
> Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley, COBIT framework, SAS 70, and data extract software
> Experience with IT security in the following areas: Windows XP/2000/NT, Unix, routers, switches, database environments, web security, firewall and IDS/IPS, RACF, ACF2, z/OS, wireless
> Demonstrated problem solving skills
> PC skills, including experience in using software for producing presentations, spreadsheets, and project planning (skills in TeamMate, ACL/Access, Visual Basic, MS Excel and other applications)
> Demonstrated history of project management experience
> Ability to interact with all levels including executives and senior managers
> Strong interpersonal, presentation, analytical and statistical sampling skills
> Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects and assignments
> Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are required
> Dynamic/flexible demeanor with exceptional client service skills
> Forward-thinking leader with a collaborative focus who can consult effectively with key constituents and become recognized as a valued resource
> Must be self-motivated and possess a sense of urgency
> Skilled in team building and team development
> Flexibility to travel
> Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional standards as outlined by the Firm

For additional information, please visit our website at www.rsmmcgladrey.com

Equal Opportunity Employer





RSM McGladrey, Inc. is a leading provider of tax and business consulting. McGladrey & Pullen, LLP (a CPA firm owned by its individual partners) provides assurance services. Though separate and independent legal entities, RSM McGladrey and McGladrey & Pullen work together to serve clients' business needs. They are members of RSM International, the sixth largest worldwide association of consulting and CPA firms (source: International Accounting Bulletin).

RSM McGladrey, Inc. and McGladrey & Pullen, LLP have an alternative practice structure. Though separate and independant legal entities, the two firms work together to serve clients' business needs.

For consideration, please submit your resume to our online career center at:
http://autohire.careershop.com/mcgladrey&pullen/JobSearch/JobView.asp?JobAd_ID=902276