JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for assisting in reviewing, evaluating and making recommendations for the correction and/or improvement of internal, operational and management control systems and organizational unit performance. This position works with the Internal Audit Manager to ensure existing audit programs are completed, followed up, and reported on as applicable, and in a timely manner.

This position requires contact with Fund staff at all levels.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in planning work on assigned segments (pension, finance, internal controls, and security) of the audit programs.
• Assists in determining records or activities to analyze the extent of tests to apply and the work papers to prepare for each audit.
• Recommends the means of obtaining, analyzing, and evaluating evidentiary data for each audit.
• Reviews transactions, documents, records, reports, methods of accuracy and effectiveness and includes necessary details in work papers.
• Participate and assist in testing of key financial, operational and information system controls.
• Prepares acceptable work papers that record and summarize data on the assigned audit segment.
• Documents work performed and prepare audit reports.
• Holds preliminary discussions of apparent deficiencies with key staff within the business to verify and to obtain explanations for each apparent deficiency. Reviews and recommends solution or corrections to address confirmed deficiencies/errors.
• Reports audit findings of the audit and makes recommendations for the correction of unsatisfactory conditions, improvements to controls and when applicable, cost and process efficiencies.
• Works with Manager to evaluate the adequacy of business control environments and developing cost effective recommendations to control weaknesses.
• Assists in the performance of special reviews and projects at the request of management.
• Participates in business process reviews and business simulations to improve policies and procedures.
• Assists external auditors with interim and year-end financial audits, as requested.

Additional Duties Include:

• Responds to email and voicemail inquires
• Process annual declaration forms
• Calculate pension projections
• Liaison to all internal departments, SAG-AFTRA National and Local offices
• Provides administrative support to other departments; including departmental filing, mailing, correspondence and other administrative duties as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Auditing, Accounting or related field.
• 5-7 years’ experience in auditing or related field.
• Strong knowledge of running internal audit programs and expertise in applying auditing principles to work.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Expert level skills in MS Excel.
• Proven ability to analyze, organize and present audit data.
• Excellent organizational skills, prioritization and time management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to draft professional correspondence and reports.
• Ability to think critically. Uses a proactive and solutions-oriented approach.
• Proficiency with comprehending and referencing Plan documents, rules and language as well as building knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment that affects Pension plans, and applying that knowledge to perform daily work.
• Ability to partner with business areas to understand processes, documentation, procedures and controls, to effectively identify gaps.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, flexible to change, team player.
• Self-motivated with strong ability to work in a remote setting with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates use of sound judgement and discretion.
• Upholds and models highest standards of integrity and ethics.
• Retirement Services /Pension/ ERISA background is a plus

AFTRA Retirement Fund provides a comprehensive set of benefits and promotes a culture of work-life balance. This position offers a hybrid mix of in-office and remote work. COVID-19 vaccination is required. AFTRA Retirement Fund values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.