Aon is a global leader in risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and outsourcing with more than 36,000 employees in 500 offices in more than 120 countries. We integrate customized services, leverage expertise across industries and apply business knowledge to our clients' strategic goals. Aon helps clients anticipate how change intersects with opportunity. Each of our clients has unique business needs, so we have developed expertise for a complete range of business processes, products and industries. Aon's account and relationship managers form a comprehensive perspective of our clients' organizations, matching our expertise to their business strategy.
***Candidates must be bilingual in English and Spanish.***
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Auditor is primarily responsible leading and/or participating in audit projects of Aon business units to evaluate the adequacy of the business unit's overall control environment in both design and application. The Senior Auditor is also responsible for leading and/or assisting in corporate investigations, ad-hoc special projects and Sarbanes-Oxley 302 and 404 compliance activities. While primarily based in one audit office, the Senior Auditor will be required to complete audit projects performed in any location.
RESPONSIBILITIES
*Leading and/or participating in audits evaluating the adequacy of controls for Aon business units and/or key business processes.
*Assisting the Audit Manager in the development of an audit approach and testing strategy for assigned audit projects to ensure all key business risks and controls are evaluated.
*Coordinating and participating in the completion of audit test procedures.
*Communicating audit findings noted from the review to the Audit Manager.
*Providing a first level review and approval of workpaper documentation to ensure the retained documentation supports the audit work performed.
*Making, or assisting in making oral and written presentations to management throughout and at the conclusion of the examination by discussing process and control deficiencies, recommending corrective actions and other suggestions for improvements in operations and/or reductions in costs.
*Preparing the initial draft of the audit report for the Audit Manager's review, ensuring audit comments are clear, concise and focused on the root cause of the issue.
*Providing the necessary supervision to assigned audit staff.
*As required, providing assistance to external auditors during their interim and annual reviews of the company.
*As a global resource, participating in audit assignments as required in any location.
*Travel is required.
REQUIRED SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
*Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or comparable business degree.
*Professional designations/certifications, such as Certified Public Accountant/Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, etc, are preferred.
*3 plus years of audit experience with a large multi-national, financial services or Big 4 firm.
*A general knowledge of and experience in AON operations (e.g. insurance brokerage, reinsurance, consulting, etc.) or comparable industry experience.
*Possesses the required work experience and professional certifications in the audit field.
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
*Interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with all levels of management within the company.
*A solid knowledge and understanding of internal auditing standards and techniques as well as general accounting methods, principles and practices.
*Strong technical, analytical and problem solving skills.
*Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
*The ability to focus on details and perform all required functions timely and with accuracy.
*Overall proficiency with personal computers, including experience using Microsoft Excel and Word.
Aon offers competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, continuing education & training, a unique internal advancement program, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
Aon's professionals are unwavering in their client focus and integrity. We promote diversity, professional development, frugality and stewardship, applying a disciplined non-bureaucratic approach to help our clients realize their business potential. Drawing on our experienced team as a competitive advantage, Aon employees have the freedom to take risks, foster innovation, champion for change and replicate best practices.
For more information about Aon Corporation, visit our website at http://www.aon.com .
Aon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. M/F/D/V
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.