What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audit Manager position at GQG Partners?
GQG Partners is an investment boutique which is a wholly owned subsidiary of a majority employee-owned company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX : GQG). The firm manages global and emerging market equities for institutions, advisors, and individuals worldwide. The company is headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale FL, with offices in New York, Seattle, London, Sydney, and Abu Dhabi. GQG Partners manages more than US $160 billion in client assets as of October 31, 2024 and employs approximately 235 associates worldwide.
GQG is passionate about investing and strives for the highest levels of excellence in a competitive industry. It is our responsibility to help investors secure their financial future and we are honored that our clients entrust us with their financial capital. We endeavor to create a business that is closely aligned with our clients’ financial interests. And we strive for success at all levels of our organization through a commitment to independent thinking, continual growth, cultural integrity, and a deep knowledge of the markets.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under the supervision of the Chief Technology Officer, the Internal IT Controls & Audit Manager will oversee the assessment and implementation of internal IT controls to ensure compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish and maintain a formal IT Risk and Compliance capability that aligns with SOX requirements.
- Conduct periodic reviews and updates of in-scope SOX assets to ensure SOX compliance.
- Assist with the development, documentation, and implementation of IT governance frameworks and policies.
- Collaborate with IT and business teams to improve IT General Control (ITGC) processes (e.g., change management, onboarding / offboarding, access and role reviews, segregation of duty conflicts, and other key processes).
- Oversee computer operations to monitor and manage automated jobs effectively.
- Develop a policy to review SOC 1 Type 2 reports for SaaS Infrastructure audits.
- Plan and execute IT audits to test the effectiveness of ITGCs, including performing control testing procedures and data analysis.
- Provide training and support to staff on IT governance and compliance best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
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